Description

10-Hydroperoxy-8,12-Octadecadienoic Acid is a specialized fatty acid hydroperoxide derived from linoleic acid, serving as a key intermediate in lipid oxidation pathways. This compound is of significant interest for research and industrial applications due to its role as a precursor to various bioactive oxylipins and flavor compounds. It is primarily utilized by researchers in biochemistry and food science, as well as by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance industry seeking to understand or replicate natural oxidation processes.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical intermediate for studying lipoxygenase pathways, plant defense mechanisms, and the biosynthesis of jasmonates and other signaling molecules.
• Food Science & Flavor Chemistry: Used as a reference standard and precursor in the study of lipid oxidation, which is fundamental to the development of flavors and aromas in foods, both desirable and off-flavors.
• Phytochemical Studies: Employed in plant physiology research to investigate wound response and the production of volatile organic compounds.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for chromatography (HPLC, GC) and mass spectrometry to identify and quantify lipid oxidation products in complex matrices.
• Cosmetic & Dermatological Research: Investigated for its role in skin lipid peroxidation processes and its relevance to product formulation and stability testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	10-Hydroperoxy-8,12-Octadecadienoic Acid
CAS No.	90540-32-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₂O₄
Molecular Weight	312.44 g/mol
Synonyms	10-HPODE; (9Z,11E,13S)-13-Hydroperoxyoctadeca-9,11-dienoic Acid; 10(S)-HPODE; 10-Hydroperoxy-cis-8,trans-12-octadecadienoic acid; Linoleic acid 10-hydroperoxide; 10-Hydroperoxylinoleic acid
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Quality Control

Our 10-Hydroperoxy-8,12-Octadecadienoic Acid is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure stability and purity. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity verification. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your research and quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen). This product is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; allow it to reach room temperature in the sealed container before opening to minimize condensation and exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous oil or solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 90%
Purity (HPLC, Area%)	≥ 95%

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