Molekula
Azelaic acid 90%
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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
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.
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
- 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?
No purity specification is published for this product. Please contact Molekula for batch-specific specification details.
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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