Description

Monoelaidin CAS NO 2716-53-2 is a monoglyceride derivative of elaidic acid, a key synthetic lipid used as a model compound and functional ingredient. Its defined structure and purity make it an essential material for advanced research and product development in lipid science. This product is primarily utilized by researchers and formulators in the pharmaceutical, food science, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Lipid Bilayer & Membrane Research: A critical model lipid for studying membrane biophysics, phase behavior, and the properties of biological membranes.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient Development: Used in the formulation of lipid-based drug delivery systems (LBDDS) to enhance drug solubility and bioavailability.
• Reference Standard & Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a high-purity standard for chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC) and quality control of lipid products.
• Food Science & Fat Crystallization Studies: Employed to investigate the crystallization kinetics and polymorphic behavior of edible fats and structuring agents.
• Biomaterial & Cosmetics Formulation: Acts as a functional emollient and structuring agent in advanced cosmetic and personal care products.
• Biochemical & Enzymatic Studies: Used as a substrate for lipases and phospholipases in enzymatic reaction studies and assay development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Monoelaidin
CAS No.	2716-53-2
Molecular Formula	C21H40O4
Molecular Weight	356.54 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Monoelaidin; (9E)-Octadec-9-enoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester; Glycerol 1-elaidate; 1-O-Elaidoyl-rac-glycerol; rac-1-Elaidoylglycerol; Elaidic acid monoglyceride; Glyceryl monoelaidate; 9-Octadecenoic acid (9E)-, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester
EINECS	220-304-5

Quality Control

Our Monoelaidin is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to confirm identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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