Description

22-Tricosenoic Acid is a very long-chain monounsaturated fatty acid with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. Its unique 23-carbon chain length and terminal carboxylic acid group make it a valuable building block for creating specialized surfactants, lubricant additives, and polymer precursors. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical intermediates, specialty chemicals, and advanced material development sectors seeking to innovate with tailored molecular structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the production of bioactive molecules and complex lipids for drug discovery and development.
• Specialty Surfactant Synthesis: Used to manufacture novel surfactants and emulsifiers with unique hydrophobic chain properties for high-performance formulations.
• Lubricant Additive Precursor: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing high-molecular-weight esters and other compounds that enhance lubricant viscosity and stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the creation of functional monomers for specialty polymers, including polyamides and polyesters with specific long-chain characteristics.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in lipidomics research and the study of very long-chain fatty acid metabolism.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Intermediate: A precursor for synthesizing esters used in high-end skin care products for their emollient properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	22-Tricosenoic Acid
CAS No.	65119-95-1
Molecular Formula	C23H44O2
Molecular Weight	352.60 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-Tricos-13-enoic acid; 13-Tricosenoic acid; cis-13-Tricosenoic acid; Tricos-13-enoic acid; Docosenoic acid (related); Very Long Chain Fatty Acid C23:1; ω-9-Tricosenoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 22-Tricosenoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Specification available upon request
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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