Description

Octadec-9-En-12-Ynoic Acid is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid derivative characterized by its unique combination of an alkene and an alkyne functional group within an 18-carbon chain. This specific molecular structure makes it a valuable versatile intermediate for advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, specialty polymer, and advanced lubricant industries for developing novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates and bioactive molecules, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Used in the production of functional polymers, coatings, and resins where its unsaturated bonds allow for cross-linking or copolymerization to modify material properties.
• Advanced Lubricant & Fuel Additive Research: Investigated as a precursor for high-performance, bio-based lubricant additives and fuel modifiers due to its long hydrocarbon chain.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A critical reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for studying cycloaddition reactions, metathesis, and other catalytic transformations.
• Surface Active Agent (Surfactant) Development: Acts as a hydrophobic precursor for creating novel surfactants and emulsifiers with specific performance characteristics.
• Material Science: Employed in the development of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and other advanced surface modifications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octadec-9-En-12-Ynoic Acid
CAS No.	2277-31-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₀O₂
Molecular Weight	278.43 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Octadecen-12-ynoic Acid; 12-Octadecynoic Acid; 9-Octadecene-12-ynoic Acid; (9Z)-Octadec-9-en-12-ynoic Acid; Stearolic Acid derivative; 18:1δ9,12-yne Fatty Acid; Linoleic Acid Alkyne Analog
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octadec-9-En-12-Ynoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This compound is easily oxidized and sensitive to strong acids/organic solvents; keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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