Description

Sodium (Z)-Docos-13-Enoate is the sodium salt of a monounsaturated C22 fatty acid, a high-purity specialty chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its role in synthesizing advanced lipid-based materials and bioactive molecules, offering consistent quality and reliable performance. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical sectors for product development and process optimization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of lipid prodrugs, complex esters, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Used in the formulation of high-end emollients, moisturizers, and skin barrier repair agents due to its long-chain fatty acid structure.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a standard or substrate in lipid metabolism studies, membrane biophysics research, and enzymatic assays.
• Specialty Surfactants & Lubricants: Employed as a precursor for manufacturing anionic surfactants and high-performance lubricant additives.
• Advanced Material Science: Utilized in the development of organic frameworks, polymer modifiers, and self-assembling monolayers.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Sodium (Z)-Docos-13-Enoate
CAS No.	14488-85-8
Molecular Formula	C22H41NaO2
Molecular Weight	360.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 13-Docosenoate; Sodium Erucate; (Z)-13-Docosenoic Acid Sodium Salt; 13Z-Docosenoic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium (13Z)-Docos-13-Enoate; Erucic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Salt of Erucic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Sodium (Z)-Docos-13-Enoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.