Description

Dihydrosterculic Acid CAS NO 5711-28-4 is a cyclopropene fatty acid derivative, a high-purity biochemical intermediate of significant research and industrial interest. Its unique structure makes it a valuable tool for studying lipid metabolism and membrane biophysics, as well as a potential precursor for specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and advanced material synthesis sectors.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A critical standard and probe for investigating fatty acid desaturase enzyme inhibition, lipid biosynthesis, and membrane fluidity.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents targeting metabolic pathways.
• Nutritional Science Studies: Used in research to understand the biological effects of cyclopropenoid fatty acids in animal and human nutrition.
• Lipidomics & Metabolomics: An important analytical standard for the identification and quantification of complex lipids in mass spectrometry-based platforms.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for creating functionalized polymers and surfactants with unique properties derived from its strained cyclopropene ring.
• Agricultural Chemistry: Investigated for its role in plant physiology and as a model compound for developing bioactive agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dihydrosterculic Acid
CAS No.	5711-28-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₃₆O₂
Molecular Weight	296.49 g/mol
Synonyms	9,10-Methyleneoctadecanoic Acid; Dihydrosterculic Acid; 8-(2-Octylcyclopropyl)octanoic Acid; Sterculic Acid Dihydro Derivative; cis-9,10-Methyleneoctadecanoic Acid; (9R,10S)-9,10-Methyleneoctadecanoic Acid; FA(19:0(9,10-m)); Lipid Metabolite
EINECS	227-172-8

Quality Control

Our Dihydrosterculic Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles, typically determined by chromatographic methods. We support research and industrial applications requiring reliable and traceable biochemical standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C or as specified on the label or COA. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container should be sealed immediately after use to minimize exposure to air. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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