Description

Lesquerolic Acid is a naturally occurring hydroxy fatty acid with the unique chemical designation CAS NO 4103-20-2. This compound is valued for its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxyl group, which makes it a versatile building block for specialty polymers and high-performance lubricants. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials industries for synthesizing novel derivatives with enhanced properties.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer for producing bio-based polyesters, polyamides, and coatings with improved flexibility and adhesion.
• Lubricant & Grease Formulation: Used to create estolides and other specialty lubricants with excellent low-temperature performance and high oxidative stability.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into formulations for emollients, thickeners, and stabilizers due to its skin-compatible and moisturizing characteristics.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a chiral precursor in the synthesis of prostaglandins and other bioactive molecules.
• Surfactants & Detergents: Utilized to produce novel, biodegradable surfactants with unique surface-active properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable standard and starting material for exploring new chemical reactions and creating specialized derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lesquerolic Acid
CAS No.	4103-20-2
Molecular Formula	C20H38O3
Molecular Weight	326.52 g/mol
Synonyms	(14Z)-14-Hydroxyeicosenoic Acid; 14-Hydroxy-cis-11-eicosenoic Acid; 14-Hydroxy-11-eicosenoic Acid; Lesquerolic Acid (from Lesquerella fendleri oil); 14-Hydroxy-11Z-eicosenoic Acid; 14-OH-20:1δ11c; Ricinstearolic Acid (related isomer)
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Quality Control

Our Lesquerolic Acid is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. The material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	40 - 45 °C
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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