13-Methyltetradecanoic acid
Also known as: 13-Methylmyristic acid, Isopentadecanoic acid, 13-Methyltetradecanoic acid, Isopentadecylic acid, iso C15 fatty acid, iso-Pentadecanoic acid, Tetradecanoic acid, 13-methyl-
13-Methyltetradecanoic acid (CAS 2485-71-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H30O2 and a molecular weight of 242.40 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 355.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.894 g/cm3 and a flash point of 197.4ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2485-71-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-42212-8
- Molecular Formula
- C15H30O2
- Molecular Weight
- 242.40 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 355.5ºC at 760 mmHg |
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| Density | 0.894 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 197.4ºC |
| Exact Mass | 242.22500 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 5.01810 |
| Vapor Pressure | 5.19E-06mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.451 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Tianxin Lin, et al. 13-Methyltetradecanoic acid induces mitochondrial-mediated apoptosis in human bladder cancer cells. Urol Oncol. May-Jun 2012;30(3):339-45. [2]. Qingqing Cai, et al. 13-methyltetradecanoic acid exhibits anti-tumor activity on T-cell lymphomas in vitro and in vivo by down-regulating p-AKT and activating caspase-3. PLoS One. 2013 Jun 7;8(6):e65308. |
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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 13-Methyltetradecanoic acid?
The CAS number of 13-Methyltetradecanoic acid is 2485-71-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 13-Methyltetradecanoic acid?
13-Methyltetradecanoic acid has molecular formula C15H30O2 and molecular weight 242.40 g/mol.
Is 13-Methyltetradecanoic acid hazardous?
13-Methyltetradecanoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 13-Methyltetradecanoic acid?
For 13-Methyltetradecanoic acid, Upstream Products: 14-Methylpentadecanoic acid, 10-Bromo-1-decanol, methyl 10-chloro-10-oxodecanoate; Downstream Products: methyl 13-methyltetradecanoate.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "13-Methyltetradecanoic acid (CAS 2485-71-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-42212-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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