Description

Methyl Octadeca-9,12-Dienoate is a high-purity fatty acid methyl ester derived from linoleic acid, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate and reference standard. This compound is valued for its consistent quality and stability, which are critical for research and industrial synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise lipid components.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of lipid-based drug delivery systems, prodrugs, and bioactive molecules.
• Reference Standard: Serves as an analytical standard in chromatography (GC, HPLC) for the quantification and identification of fatty acid derivatives.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in formulations for creams, lotions, and serums.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer Precursor: A key starting material for producing bio-based lubricants, plasticizers, and polymer additives.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in lipidomics, metabolic studies, and as a substrate for enzymatic studies involving lipases and desaturases.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used in the synthesis of aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Octadeca-9,12-Dienoate
CAS No.	2462-85-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₃₄O₂
Molecular Weight	294.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Linoleate; Linoleic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoate; Methyl cis,cis-9,12-Octadecadienoate; 9,12-Octadecadienoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (Z,Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoate; Linoleic Acid, Methyl Ester; Methyl Ester of Linoleic Acid
EINECS	219-553-8

Quality Control

Our Methyl Octadeca-9,12-Dienoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, an inert atmosphere (nitrogen or argon) is recommended to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Linoleic Acid Content	≥ 95.0% (as methyl ester)
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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