Molekula
Linoleic acid 97% min
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Linoleic acid 97% min is a polyunsaturated fatty acid commonly used in biochemical research, nutritional studies, and cosmetic formulations. It is a key component in lipid metabolism and cell membrane structure. Industrially, it serves as a raw material for paints, protective coatings and coating driers, as well as for soaps, emulsifiers and vitamin manufacture. Supplied as an oily liquid with a purity of 97% minimum, it has a molecular weight of 280.45 g/mol, a CAS number of 60-33-3, and a molecular formula of CH3(CH2)4CH=CHCH2CH=CH(CH2)7CO2H. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Molekula supplies Linoleic acid 97% min from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 mL — £55.00 per pack ex VAT · £66.00 inc. VAT
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100 g — £193.30 per pack ex VAT · £231.96 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £624.00 per pack ex VAT · £748.80 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow to dark amber oily liquid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Purity (GC) | ≥ 97.0% |
| Moisture | ≤ 0.3% |
| Acid Value (mg KOH/g) | 189 - 202 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless oil |
| Melting Point | -6.9 °C |
| Boiling Point | 230 °C at 16 mmHg; 202 °C at 1.4 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9022 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Water Solubility | 1.59 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in acetone, benzene, ethyl ether, and ethanol |
| Vapour Pressure | 8.68 × 10⁻⁷ mmHg at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4715 |
| pKa | pKa = 4.77 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 7.05 |
Source: PubChem CID 5280450 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 14830384 |
| CAS Number | 60-33-3 |
| IUPAC Name | (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoic acid |
| EC Number | 200-470-9 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)4CH=CHCH2CH=CH(CH2)7CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 280.45 |
| Exact Mass | 280.2402 |
| SMILES | CCCCC/C=C\C/C=C\CCCCCCCC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | OYHQOLUKZRVURQ-HZJYTTRNSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C18H32O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18(19)20/h6-7,9-10H,2-5,8,11-17H2,1H3,(H,19,20)/b7-6-,10-9- |
| PubChem CID | 5280450 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29161510 |
| Tariff Code | 2916150090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
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.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoic acid
- 9,12-Linoleic acid
- 9Z,12Z-Linoleic acid
- alpha-Linoleic acid
- cis-9,cis-12-Octadecadienoic acid
- cis,cis-Linoleic acid
- Emersol 315
- Linolic acid
- Telfairic acid
- Unifac 6550
Frequently asked questions
What is linoleic acid 97% min used for?
Linoleic acid 97% min is used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and nutritional supplements as an essential fatty acid.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of linoleic acid 97% min?
The formula is CH3(CH2)4CH=CHCH2CH=CH(CH2)7CO2H with a molecular weight of 280.45 g/mol.
How should linoleic acid 97% min be stored?
It should be stored at 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of linoleic acid 97% min is available?
Molekula supplies linoleic acid 97% min as a research-grade product.
Can Molekula supply linoleic acid 97% min in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply linoleic acid 97% min in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a purchase of linoleic acid 97% min?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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