Description

Nervonic Acid CAS NO 506-37-6 is a monounsaturated very long-chain fatty acid (C24:1 n-9) of significant biological and commercial interest. This compound is a critical structural component of sphingolipids in the myelin sheath of nerve cells, making it essential for neurological health and development. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and advanced lipid research sectors for its role in supporting cognitive function and nerve cell integrity.

Application

• Nutraceutical Formulations: A key ingredient in brain health supplements and nootropic blends aimed at supporting memory, focus, and overall cognitive performance.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of therapeutics targeting neurodegenerative conditions, demyelinating diseases, and neurological disorders.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a vital standard and reagent in lipidomics, neuroscience research, and studies of sphingolipid metabolism and myelin synthesis.
• Infant Formula & Specialty Nutrition: Incorporated into advanced nutritional products designed to mimic human milk lipids and support early brain development.
• Cosmeceuticals: Utilized in high-end skincare formulations for its potential role in maintaining skin barrier function and cellular membrane health.
• Lipid-Based Drug Delivery Systems: Acts as a functional excipient in the development of liposomes and other lipid nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nervonic Acid
CAS No.	506-37-6
Molecular Formula	C24H46O2
Molecular Weight	366.62 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-15-Tetracosenoic Acid; cis-15-Tetracosenoic Acid; 15-cis-Tetracosenoic Acid; Selacholeic Acid; 24:1(n-9); FA 24:1; Nervonsäure
EINECS	208-042-0

Quality Control

Our Nervonic Acid is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. While we offer various grades, our standard product meets specifications suitable for research and nutraceutical applications, with the capability to tailor purity levels to specific customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its property of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). For long-term storage, keeping the material at -20°C is advised to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	39 - 43 °C
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg

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