Description

8,11-Eicosadiynoic Acid is a long-chain fatty acid derivative containing two alkyne groups, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate for advanced organic and polymer chemistry. Its unique diyne structure is critical for applications requiring precise molecular assembly and conjugation, such as in the development of specialized polymers and bioactive compounds. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, advanced materials, and life science sectors seeking to innovate with functionalized fatty acid platforms.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon for the synthesis of bioactive molecules, lipid-based drug conjugates, and novel therapeutic agents.
• Polymer Science: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, including conductive polymers and materials with tailored thermal properties.
• Chemical Biology & Probes: Acts as a backbone for creating fluorescent or photoaffinity labeling probes to study lipid metabolism and protein-lipid interactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in surface modification and the creation of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) for advanced coatings and sensors.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile building block for click chemistry (e.g., Huisgen cycloaddition) and other alkyne-based coupling reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	8,11-Eicosadiynoic Acid
CAS No.	82073-91-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₂O₂
Molecular Weight	304.47 g/mol
Synonyms	8,11-Eicosadiynoic Acid; (8Z,11Z)-8,11-Eicosadiynoic Acid; 8,11-Eicosadiynoic acid, (Z,Z)-; Icosadiynoic Acid; FA(20:2(8Z,11Z)-diyn); 8Z,11Z-Eicosadiynoic Acid; 8,11-Icosadiynoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 8,11-Eicosadiynoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, verified by techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or cGMP starting material requirements.

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. This compound is easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Specification available upon request
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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