Description

13-Oxo-9E,11E-Octadecadienoic Acid is a specialized oxo-fatty acid derivative that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and biochemical research. Its unique conjugated oxo-diene structure makes it a critical precursor for synthesizing bioactive molecules, including prostaglandin analogs and other lipid mediators. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors who require reliable building blocks for complex molecular construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthetic precursor for prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and other eicosanoid-like bioactive compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies related to fatty acid metabolism and oxidation pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex natural products and specialty chemicals with specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Development: Intermediate in the synthesis of novel plant growth regulators or pheromones due to its lipid-based structure.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier for creating functional polymers with specific degradation or biocompatibility profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	13-Oxo-9E,11E-Octadecadienoic Acid
CAS No.	29623-29-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₀O₃
Molecular Weight	294.43 g/mol
Synonyms	13-Oxo-9,11-Octadecadienoic Acid; 13-Oxo-9-cis,11-trans-Octadecadienoic Acid; 13-Keto-9,11-octadecadienoic Acid; (9E,11E)-13-Oxooctadeca-9,11-dienoic Acid; 13-Oxo-Linoleic Acid; 13-OxoODE; 29623-29-8; 13-Oxo-cis-9,trans-11-Octadecadienoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 13-Oxo-9E,11E-Octadecadienoic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to minimize oxidation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider freezing at -20°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Assay	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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