Description

Monolinolenin is a monoglyceride derived from linolenic acid, a key ω-3 fatty acid. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient, valued for its amphiphilic properties and biochemical relevance. It is essential for manufacturers in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries seeking natural emulsifiers, bioavailability enhancers, or specialized lipid synthesis precursors. Our supply of Monolinolenin CAS NO 26545-75-5 ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for global B2B partners.

Application

• Food Industry: Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in specialized food products, dressings, and nutritional supplements to improve texture and blend oil and water phases.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Functions as a skin-conditioning agent and emulsifier in creams, lotions, and serums, leveraging its natural origin and moisturizing properties.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as an excipient in lipid-based drug delivery systems (e.g., self-emulsifying drug delivery systems - SEDDS) to enhance the solubility and bioavailability of poorly water-soluble active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Nutraceuticals: Incorporated into ω-3 fortified supplements and functional foods as a bioactive lipid component.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial biochemical intermediate or starting material for the synthesis of more complex lipids, surfactants, and specialty esters.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories as a standard or reagent for studying lipid metabolism, membrane biology, and emulsion science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Monolinolenin
CAS No.	26545-75-5
Molecular Formula	C21H36O4
Molecular Weight	352.51 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Monolinolenin; Glycerol 1-linolenate; α-Monolinolenin; (9Z,12Z,15Z)-1-(octadeca-9,12,15-trienoyloxy)-3-hydroxypropan-2-yl octadeca-9,12,15-trienoate (isomer-related); Linolenic acid monoglyceride; MAG 18:3 n-3; Glyceryl monolinolenate; 1-Linolenoylglycerol
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Quality Control

Our Monolinolenin is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for food, cosmetic, and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific tests is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and tendency to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Free Glycerol	≤ 1.5%
Free Fatty Acids	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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