Methyl eicosanoate
Also known as: Methyl arachidate, Methyl icosanoate, Arachidic Acid Methyl Ester, Eicosanoic Acid Methyl Ester, Icosanoic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl Eicosanoate, Methyl Icosanoate, Methyleicosanoate, C20:0 Methyl Ester
Methyl eicosanoate (CAS 1120-28-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C21H42O2 and a molecular weight of 326.557 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 45-48 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 375.0±5.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8633 g/cm3 (20 ºC) and a flash point of 184.2±7.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1120-28-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-15915-9
- Molecular Formula
- C21H42O2
- Molecular Weight
- 326.557 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 45-48 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 375.0±5.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8633 g/cm3 (20 ºC) |
| Flash Point | 184.2±7.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 326.318481 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 9.74 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.447 |
| Additional Property | Insuluble (1.5E-4 g/L) (25 ºC) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Yu Gu, et al. Discover potential inhibitors of 5-LOX and LTA4H from Rhei Radix et Rhizoma, Notopterygii Rhizoma et Radix and Genitana Macrophyllae Radix based on molecular simulation methods. Zhongguo Zhong Yao Za Zhi. 2017 Dec;42(23):4494-4502. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
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| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl eicosanoate?
The CAS number of Methyl eicosanoate is 1120-28-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl eicosanoate?
Methyl eicosanoate has molecular formula C21H42O2 and molecular weight 326.557 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl eicosanoate?
For Methyl eicosanoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Arachidic acid, Methyl arachidonate; Downstream Products: 1-Eicosanol.
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