Abstract Homologous series of crystallisable C8-C22 even-numbered alkane oligomers with either maleate or itaconate monoesters end-groups were synthesized. Their total phase change enthalpy (ΔHtpce) and entropy (ΔStpce) on melting, determined by DSC, show a linear dependence with the number of carbons of the alkyl chain. A comparison was performed with corresponding succinate derivatives. The influence