Molekula
Azelaic acid 90%
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Azelaic acid 90% is a naturally occurring saturated dicarboxylic acid with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and keratolytic properties, primarily used in dermatology for treating acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation. It is also employed in cosmetic formulations to exfoliate and brighten the skin. In industry, it is a raw material for producing polyamides, alkyd resins for lacquers, low-temperature plasticizers and adhesives. This product has a CAS number of 123-99-9, a molecular formula of HOOC(CH2)7COOH, and a molecular weight of 188.22. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a signal word of Warning. Molekula supplies Azelaic acid 90% from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 210 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Leaflets or needles |
| Melting Point | 106.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 286.5 °C at 1.00E+02 mm Hg |
| Density | 1.225 g/cm³ at 25 °C |
| Water Solubility | 2.4 g/L at 20 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Slightly soluble in ethy ether, benzene, DMSO; soluble in ethanol |
| Vapour Pressure | 1.07 × 10⁻⁸ mmHg at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4303 |
| pKa | pKa = 4.55 (at 25 °C) |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.57 |
Source: PubChem CID 2266 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90004943 |
| CAS Number | 123-99-9 |
| IUPAC Name | nonanedioic acid |
| EC Number | 204-669-1 |
| Molecular Formula | HOOC(CH2)7COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 188.22 |
| Exact Mass | 188.1049 |
| SMILES | C(CCCC(=O)O)CCCC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | BDJRBEYXGGNYIS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H16O4/c10-8(11)6-4-2-1-3-5-7-9(12)13/h1-7H2,(H,10,11)(H,12,13) |
| PubChem CID | 2266 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29171300 |
| Tariff Code | 2917139090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P332+313 IF skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, 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.
Synonyms
- 1,7-Heptanedicarboxylic acid
- 1,9-Nonanedioic acid
- Anchoic acid
- Azelex
- Emerox 1110
- Finacea
- Heptanedicarboxylic acid
- Lepargylic acid
- NONANEDIOIC ACID
- Skinoren
Frequently asked questions
What is azelaic acid 90% commonly used for?
Azelaic acid is primarily used in dermatology for treating acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation, as well as in cosmetics and skincare formulations for its anti-inflammatory and keratolytic properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of azelaic acid 90%?
The chemical formula is **HOOC(CH₂)₇COOH**, and the molecular weight is **188.22 g/mol**.
How should azelaic acid 90% be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
What purity grades of azelaic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies azelaic acid at **90% purity** as specified.
Can Molekula supply azelaic acid 90% in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply azelaic acid 90% in bulk, with quantities tailored to your requirements—please contact us for details.
What documentation comes with an order of azelaic acid 90%?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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