Molekula
Erucic acid
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Erucic acid is a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid used in industrial applications, including lubricants, surfactants, and polymer additives. It is a white to pale yellow crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C22H42O2 and a molecular weight of 338.57 g/mol. It has a CAS number of 112-86-7 and should be stored at 2 to 8 °C. The substance is classified with a warning signal word due to potential health hazards. Molekula supplies Erucic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £38.90 per pack ex VAT · £46.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow liquid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Purity | Min 90% |
| Nominal titre | 30.0 - 32.0 |
| C22 | ≤ 3.5% |
| Iodine value (g I2/100g) | 73 - 80 |
| Lovibond 5¼ yellow | 1.0 R + 4.0 Y |
| Saponification Value (mgKOH/g) | 163.0 - 171.0 |
| Acid Value (mg KOH/g) | 162.0 - 171.0 |
| C20 and below | ≤ 2.0% |
| C24 and above | ≤ 3.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 113 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 33.8 °C |
| Boiling Point | 265 °C at 15 mmHg |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in ethanol, carbon tetrachloride; very soluble in ethyl ether, methanol |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00000115 mmHg |
| Refractive Index | 1.4534 |
Source: PubChem CID 5281116 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90028845 |
| CAS Number | 112-86-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (Z)-docos-13-enoic acid |
| EC Number | 204-011-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C22H42O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 338.57 |
| Exact Mass | 338.3185 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCC/C=C\CCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | DPUOLQHDNGRHBS-KTKRTIGZSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C22H42O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21-22(23)24/h9-10H,2-8,11-21H2,1H3,(H,23,24)/b10-9- |
| PubChem CID | 5281116 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2916195000 |
| Tariff Code | 2916199590 |
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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- (Z)-Docos-13-enoic acid
- 13-cis-Docosenoic acid
- 13-Docosenoic acid, (13Z)-
- 13-Docosenoic acid, (Z)-
- 13Z-docosenoic acid
- cis-13-Docosenoic acid
- delta13-cis-Docosenoic acid
- Hystrene 2290
- Prifrac 2990
- Z-13-Docosenoic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is erucic acid used for?
Erucic acid is primarily used in the production of specialty chemicals, such as lubricants, surfactants, and plasticizers, and as a raw material in the synthesis of polymers and bio-based materials.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of erucic acid?
The chemical formula of erucic acid is C22H42O2, and its molecular weight is 338.57 g/mol.
How should erucic acid be stored?
Erucic acid should be stored at temperatures between 2 and 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of erucic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies erucic acid in technical grade, suitable for industrial and research applications.
Can Molekula supply erucic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply erucic acid in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of erucic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with regulatory standards.
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