3-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid Methyl Ester

3-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid Methyl Ester - Names and Identifiers

Name	3-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid Methyl Ester
Synonyms	3-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid Methyl Ester 3-Hydroxyundecanoic acid methyl ester Undecanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, methyl ester
CAS	129758-71-0

3-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid Methyl Ester - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C12H24O3
Molar Mass	216.32
Storage Condition	-20°C

3-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid Methyl Ester - Introduction

3-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid Methyl Ester is an organic compound. The following is a description of its nature, use, formulation and safety information:

Nature:
-Appearance: Colorless to light yellow oily liquid.
-Molecular formula: C13H26O3.
-Molecular weight: 230.35g/mol.
-Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents such as ether, alcohol and Ester, insoluble in water.

Use:
-3-Hydroxyundecanoic acid methyl ester can be used as an intermediate in chemical synthesis.
-In organic synthesis, it is used as a raw material for the synthesis of high molecular weight polymers or ligands.

Preparation Method:
- 3-hydroxy Undecanoic acid methyl ester is generally synthesized by hydroxylation reaction. The specific steps include: reacting methyl undecanoate with sodium hydroxide (NaOH) in an ethanol solution to generate 3-hydroxyundecanoic acid, and then obtaining methyl 3-hydroxyundecanoate through an esterification reaction.

Safety Information:
The safety of methyl 3-hydroxy undecanoate is good, but it is still necessary to comply with the general laboratory safety procedures.
-In case of contact with skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
-Avoid inhalation during use. If inhalation is excessive, transfer the patient to fresh air as soon as possible and seek medical help.
-Storage should be sealed and kept in a cool and dry place, away from fire and oxidizing agents.

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