Description

cis-Vaccenic Acid is a monounsaturated ω-7 fatty acid that serves as a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of other important fatty acids. Its specific geometric configuration makes it a valuable reference standard and a versatile building block for research and industrial synthesis. This high-purity compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and specialty chemical sectors who require reliable, well-characterized raw materials for product development and quality control.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in lipidomics, metabolic studies, and for calibrating instruments like GC and HPLC.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a chiral precursor or building block in the synthesis of specialized pharmaceutical actives and prodrugs.
• Nutraceutical Formulation: Incorporated into dietary supplements and functional foods targeting metabolic health, given its role as an ω-7 fatty acid.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Used in the formulation of skin-care products for its potential emollient and skin-barrier enhancing properties.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a starting material or intermediate for synthesizing more complex organic molecules, including surfactants and specialty esters.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Employed in defined media formulations to study bacterial metabolism and fatty acid requirements.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-Vaccenic Acid
CAS No.	506-17-2
Molecular Formula	C18H34O2
Molecular Weight	282.46 g/mol
Synonyms	(11Z)-Octadec-11-enoic acid; (Z)-11-Octadecenoic acid; 11-cis-Octadecenoic acid; 11Z-Octadecenoic acid; cis-11-Octadecenoic acid; (Z)-Octadec-11-enoic acid; Rumenic acid precursor; trans-Vaccenic acid isomer
EINECS	208-042-0

Quality Control

Our cis-Vaccenic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in research and regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term storage, keep under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	39 - 44 °C
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., ethanol, chloroform, hexane)

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