Description

1-Hexacosenoic Acid is a very long-chain monounsaturated fatty acid with the CAS number 26444-07-5. This high-purity specialty chemical serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories developing high-performance lubricants, specialized surfactants, and novel lipid-based compounds. The compound's unique structure offers valuable properties for creating tailored molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of specialized lipid derivatives for drug delivery systems, emulsifiers, and skin barrier repair formulations.
• Advanced Lubricant & Grease Additives: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing high-molecular-weight esters that provide superior lubricity, thermal stability, and anti-wear properties in synthetic lubricants.
• Specialty Surfactants & Detergents: Serves as a hydrophobic chain source for manufacturing non-ionic and anionic surfactants with unique solubility and surface activity profiles.
• Biochemical & Nutritional Research: Employed as a standard or substrate in studies of very long-chain fatty acid metabolism, lipidomics, and membrane biophysics.
• Polymer & Material Science: Utilized as a monomer or modifier in the production of polyesters, polyamides, and other polymers to alter flexibility, hydrophobicity, and degradation rates.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a reference standard in chromatographic analysis (GC, HPLC) for the identification and quantification of long-chain fatty acids.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hexacosenoic Acid
CAS No.	26444-07-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₅₀O₂
Molecular Weight	394.68 g/mol
Synonyms	Cerotic Acid (26:1); 26:1 cis-9 Fatty Acid; (9Z)-Hexacos-9-enoic Acid; cis-9-Hexacosenoic Acid; Hexacos-9-enoic Acid; Nervonic Acid Isomer; Unsaturated C26 Fatty Acid; ω-9-Hexacosenoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Hexacosenoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and related substances is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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