Description

(9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoic Acid 2-Acetyloxy-1-(Acetyloxymethyl)Ethyl Ester is a specialized diester derivative of linoleic acid, a key ω-6 fatty acid. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and functional additive, offering unique properties for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries for research and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of prodrugs, lipid-based drug delivery systems, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring enhanced bioavailability.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Serves as an emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and carrier for active ingredients in creams, lotions, and serums.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a plasticizer or a reactive monomer to modify the flexibility, hydrophobicity, and processing characteristics of polymers.
• Lubricant & Functional Fluid Additive: Employed as a bio-based component or performance additive in synthetic lubricants and industrial fluids.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies, lipid metabolism research, and analytical method development.
• Specialty Surfactant Synthesis: A key precursor for creating novel non-ionic or ester-based surfactants with specific hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoic Acid 2-Acetyloxy-1-(Acetyloxymethyl)Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	55320-03-1
Molecular Formula	C25H42O6
Molecular Weight	438.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Linoleic Acid 2-Acetoxy-1-(acetoxymethyl)ethyl Ester; 1,3-Diacetoxy-2-propyl Linoleate; 2,3-Diacetoxypropyl Linoleate; Glycerol 1,3-Diacetate 2-Linoleate; Glyceryl 1,3-Diacetate 2-Linoleate; 2-Acetyloxy-1-(acetyloxymethyl)ethyl (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate; Propane-1,2,3-triyl diacetate linoleate
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Quality Control

Our (9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoic Acid 2-Acetyloxy-1-(Acetyloxymethyl)Ethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow oily liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 10.0 meq/kg
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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