Description

(9Z,11E,13E)-4-Oxooctadeca-9,11,13-Trienoic Acid is a specialized oxo-fatty acid derivative characterized by its conjugated triene system. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing bioactive compounds and advanced materials. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, plant growth regulation, and polymer modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of prostaglandin analogs and other bioactive molecules with potential therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel plant growth regulators and fungicides, leveraging its reactive oxo and conjugated alkene functionalities.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific optical or mechanical properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of lipid peroxidation pathways and as a standard or probe in analytical chemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing complex aroma compounds due to its unsaturated backbone.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in organic semiconductors and liquid crystal materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	(9Z,11E,13E)-4-Oxooctadeca-9,11,13-Trienoic Acid
CAS No.	17699-20-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₂₈O₃
Molecular Weight	292.41 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxo-9Z,11E,13E-octadecatrienoic Acid; 4-Keto-9Z,11E,13E-octadecatrienoic Acid; 4-Oxo-9,11,13-octadecatrienoic Acid; 4-Oxo-ODTA; Keto-ODTA; 4-Oxooctadeca-9,11,13-trienoic acid; (9Z,11E,13E)-4-Ketooctadecatrienoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our (9Z,11E,13E)-4-Oxooctadeca-9,11,13-Trienoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown viscous oil or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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