Description

n-Linolenoylsarcosine is a high-purity fatty acid amide derivative of sarcosine, a naturally occurring amino acid. This compound is valued for its surfactant and emulsifying properties, offering a unique combination of mildness and efficacy derived from its natural fatty acid chain. It serves as a critical functional ingredient for formulators in the personal care, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries seeking biodegradable and skin-compatible agents.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a mild surfactant and foaming agent in facial cleansers, shampoos, and body washes, particularly suitable for sensitive skin formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Excipients: Used as an emulsifier or solubilizer in topical creams, ointments, and transdermal delivery systems.
• Biodegradable Detergents: Serves as a key component in "green" or eco-friendly cleaning products due to its enhanced biodegradability profile.
• Industrial Emulsification: Functions as an emulsifying agent in specialty industrial applications requiring stable oil-in-water emulsions.
• Research & Development: Employed as a biochemical intermediate or reference standard in lipid and surfactant research.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Linolenoylsarcosine
CAS No.	35427-37-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₃₇NO₃
Molecular Weight	351.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Linolenoyl sarcosine; N-(9Z,12Z,15Z-Octadecatrienoyl)sarcosine; Sarcosine, N-(linolenoyl)-; N-Linolenoylsarcosine; (Z,Z,Z)-N-(9,12,15-Octadecatrienoyl)sarcosine; Fatty acid amide of sarcosine; Surfactant S-18:3
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Quality Control

Our n-Linolenoylsarcosine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer requirements and industry benchmarks. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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