Molekula
Tetradecylthioacetic acid
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Tetradecylthioacetic acid is a sulfur-containing organic compound used in research and industrial applications, particularly in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and as a non-β-oxidizable fatty acid analogue and PPAR agonist studied for its lipid-lowering and metabolic effects. It appears as a white to off-white solid with a molecular weight of 288.49 g/mol, a molecular formula of C16H32O2S, and a CAS number of 2921-20-2. It should be stored at ambient temperature and handled with care due to its warning signal word. Molekula supplies Tetradecylthioacetic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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250 mg — £46.40 per pack ex VAT · £55.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-White Crystalline Powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89986073 |
| CAS Number | 2921-20-2 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-tetradecylsulfanylacetic acid |
| Molecular Formula | C16H32O2S |
| Molecular Weight | 288.49 |
| Exact Mass | 288.2123 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCSCC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | IPBCWPPBAWQYOO-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H32O2S/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-19-15-16(17)18/h2-15H2,1H3,(H,17,18) |
| PubChem CID | 114924 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2930909251 |
| Tariff Code | 2930909599 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-(Carboxymethylthio)tetradecane
- 1-Mono(carboxymethylthio)tetradecane
- 2-(Tetradecylthio)acetic acid
- 2-tetradecylsulfanylacetic acid
- 2-tetradecylsulfanylethanoic acid
- Acetic acid, (tetradecylthio)-
- Acetic acid, 2-(tetradecylthio)-
- CMTD
- Spectrum5_001951
- Tetradecylsulfanyl-acetic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is tetradecylthioacetic acid used for?
It is primarily used as a specialty chemical in research and development, particularly as a bioactive, non-β-oxidizable fatty acid analogue and PPAR agonist in lipid and metabolic research, and in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of tetradecylthioacetic acid?
The formula is C16H32O2S with a molecular weight of 288.49 g/mol.
How should tetradecylthioacetic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for tetradecylthioacetic acid?
It is available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested.
Can Molekula supply tetradecylthioacetic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply tetradecylthioacetic acid in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of tetradecylthioacetic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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