Molekula
Linoleic acid 97% min
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · 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)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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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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