Description

Octacosanoic Acid, Sodium Salt is the sodium salt derivative of the long-chain saturated fatty acid, octacosanoic acid. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its surfactant and emulsifying properties derived from its amphiphilic structure. It is primarily utilized in industrial formulations and advanced material science, where precise chemical functionality is required. Key sectors that rely on this specialty chemical include lubricant manufacturing, polymer processing, and specialized surfactant production.

Application

• As a surfactant and emulsifying agent in industrial cleaning and degreasing formulations.
• An intermediate in the synthesis of specialized esters and other fatty acid derivatives for lubricants and coatings.
• A processing aid or internal lubricant in polymer and plastic manufacturing to improve flow properties.
• A key component in the formulation of mold release agents and anti-stick coatings.
• Used in research and development for studying lipid membranes and long-chain fatty acid behavior.
• Potential use as a corrosion inhibitor or additive in specialty metalworking fluids.
• As a raw material in the production of cosmetics and personal care products requiring specific rheological modifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octacosanoic Acid, Sodium Salt
CAS No.	25728-82-9
Molecular Formula	C28H55NaO2
Molecular Weight	446.73 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Octacosanoate; Sodium Montanate; Montanic Acid Sodium Salt; Octacosanoic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Salt of Octacosanoic Acid; C28:0 Sodium Salt; Sodium n-Octacosanoate; Sodium Tetracosanoate (common misnomer)
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Quality Control

Our Octacosanoic Acid, Sodium Salt is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality protocols are designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial and research customers.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	Reported on COA
pH (1% Solution)	8.0 - 10.0

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