Description

(9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoic Acid 2-Trimethylsilyloxy-1-[(Trimethylsilyloxy)Methyl]Ethyl Ester is a silylated derivative of linoleic acid, a key polyunsaturated fatty acid. This chemical modification enhances its stability and volatility, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced analytical and synthetic chemistry. It is primarily used by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise derivatization and analysis.

Application

• Gas Chromatography (GC) and GC-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) Analysis: Used as a derivatization agent to improve the volatility and thermal stability of fatty acids and related compounds for accurate quantification and identification.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a protected intermediate in the synthesis of lipid-based drug molecules, prodrugs, and bioactive compounds.
• Metabolomics and Lipidomics: A critical reagent for profiling and analyzing complex lipid mixtures in biological samples, enabling research into metabolic pathways.
• Nutritional Science: Employed in the analysis of dietary fats, oils, and supplements to determine fatty acid composition and purity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers with tailored hydrophobic properties.
• Reference Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for calibrating analytical instruments and validating methods in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoic Acid 2-Trimethylsilyloxy-1-[(Trimethylsilyloxy)Methyl]Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	54284-46-7
Molecular Formula	C27H56O5Si2
Molecular Weight	516.91 g/mol
Synonyms	Linoleic Acid Bis(trimethylsilyl) Glycerol Ester; Glycerol 1,3-Bis(trimethylsilyl) Ether 2-Linoleate; 1,3-Bis-O-(trimethylsilyl)glycerol 2-linoleate; 2-Linoleoyl-1,3-bis(trimethylsiloxy)propane; Linoleic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-1,3-propanediyl Bis(oxy-2,1-ethanediyl) Ester, Bis(trimethylsilyl) Ether; Silylated Linoleic Acid Glycerol Ester
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Quality Control

Our (9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoic Acid 2-Trimethylsilyloxy-1-[(Trimethylsilyloxy)Methyl]Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and synthesis. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant ISO guidelines, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C or as indicated on the label. This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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