Description

2-Linoleoyl-Rac-Glycerol is a monoglyceride derivative of linoleic acid, a key ω-6 essential fatty acid. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard in lipid biochemistry and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, nutraceutical, and specialty chemical industries for its role in studying lipid metabolism, membrane structure, and as a precursor for synthesizing more complex lipids.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard and substrate in enzymatic studies of lipases, phospholipases, and other lipid-metabolizing enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of prodrugs, lipid-based drug delivery systems (e.g., liposomes, nanoemulsions), and bioactive lipid conjugates.
• Nutraceutical & Cosmetic Ingredients: Serves as a precursor for manufacturing specialized emulsifiers, skin barrier lipids, and bioactive compounds in cosmetic and dietary supplement formulations.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Essential for the qualitative and quantitative analysis (e.g., via HPLC, GC-MS) of monoglycerides in food, biological, and industrial samples.
• Cell Culture & Lipidomics: Employed in cell membrane studies and as a component in defined lipid mixtures for cell culture media to investigate signaling pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Linoleoyl-Rac-Glycerol
CAS No.	3443-82-1
Molecular Formula	C21H38O4
Molecular Weight	354.53 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Linoleoylglycerol; rac-2-Linoleoylglycerol; 2-Monolinolein; 2-Monolinoleoylglycerol; Glycerol 2-linoleate; 9,12-Octadecadienoic acid, 2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)ethyl ester, (9Z,12Z)-; 1,3-Dihydroxypropan-2-yl (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Linoleoyl-Rac-Glycerol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification by FT-IR, purity assay by HPLC, and determination of related substances. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and ensure long-term stability. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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