Description

Linolelaidoyl Chloride is a specialized fatty acid chloride derivative, a key reagent for introducing the conjugated trans,trans-octadecadienoyl moiety into target molecules. Its primary value lies in enabling precise chemical synthesis and modification, particularly in the creation of complex lipids and advanced polymers. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, advanced material science, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with specific structural and functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical for the synthesis of lipid-based drug conjugates, prodrugs, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific fatty acid chains.
• Polymer Science: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polyesters, polyamides, and other polymers with tailored hydrophobic properties.
• Lipid Biochemistry Research: Used as a derivatization agent for analytical purposes and in the laboratory-scale synthesis of complex, structured lipids and phospholipid analogs.
• Surface Modification: Employed to functionalize materials (e.g., nanoparticles, resins) with hydrophobic linolelaidic acid chains to alter surface properties and reactivity.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: A building block for creating surfactants, lubricant additives, and other performance chemicals where the specific geometry of the fatty acid chain is crucial.

Basic Information

Product Name	Linolelaidoyl Chloride
CAS No.	7372-07-8
Molecular Formula	C18H29ClO
Molecular Weight	296.88 g/mol
Synonyms	9E,12E-Octadecadienoyl Chloride; trans,trans-9,12-Octadecadienoyl Chloride; Linolelaidic Acid Chloride; Elaidolinoleoyl Chloride; (9E,12E)-Octadeca-9,12-dienoyl chloride; Linoleic Acid Chloride, trans,trans-; 9,12-Octadecadienoyl chloride, (E,E)-
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Quality Control

Every batch of Linolelaidoyl Chloride is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for traceability and reliability, making this product ideal for demanding pharmaceutical and R&D use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts vigorously with water, alcohols, and strong bases. Containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation from moisture and to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (by Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Acid Chloride Content	≥ 96.0%
Free Acid (as Linolelaidic Acid)	≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Isomeric Purity (GC or HPLC)	≥ 95% (E,E isomer)

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