Description

Petroselinic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity fatty acid ester derived from natural sources, valued for its unique chemical structure and functional properties. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, offering consistent quality for demanding industrial and research applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical sectors for product development and process optimization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its specific fatty acid chain for targeted delivery systems.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in formulations for creams, lotions, and serums.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a key starting material or reagent for producing surfactants, lubricants, and other oleochemical derivatives.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories as a standard or reagent for studying lipid metabolism, membrane biology, and organic reaction pathways.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Functions as a plasticizer or modifier to enhance the flexibility and processing characteristics of specific polymer systems.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used in the controlled synthesis of aroma compounds and flavoring agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Petroselinic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	34302-52-8
Molecular Formula	C20H38O2
Molecular Weight	310.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Petroselinate; Ethyl (6Z)-Octadec-6-enoate; Ethyl cis-6-Octadecenoate; Petroselinic Acid Ethyl Ester; 6Z-Octadecenoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (Z)-6-Octadecenoate; Petroselic Acid Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Petroselinic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. All products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectrometry, to verify identity, purity, and conformance to agreed specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index	1.450 - 1.456
Specific Gravity	0.870 - 0.890

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