Linoleic acid, 99%

Name: Linoleic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002893

About Linoleic acid, 99%

Linoleic acid (CAS 60-33-3) is a bioactive small molecule offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Puriss grade, specified at 99% purity. With the molecular formula C18H32O2, it has a molar mass of 280.4 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoic acid. It is also known as 9-cis,12-cis-Linoleic acid or cis-9,cis-12-Octadecadienoic acid.

The material typically appears as a colourless to yellow liquid. Literature values give a boiling point of 229-230 °C. Recommended storage is at 2–8 °C, with the container kept tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 1 hazard statement. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span cell signalling research, pharmacological screening, target validation and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Linoleic acid in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Linoleic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002893
CAS Number	60-33-3
IUPAC name	(9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₈H₃₂O₂
Molecular weight	280.4 g/mol
Exact mass	280.2402
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29161590
InChIKey	OYHQOLUKZRVURQ-HZJYTTRNSA-N
SMILES	CCCCC/C=C\C/C=C\CCCCCCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	5280450

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to yellow liquid
Boiling point	229-230 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	6.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	9-cis,12-cis-Linoleic acid, cis-9,cis-12-Octadecadienoic acid, Telfairic acid, Linolic acid, cis,cis-Linoleic acid, 9,12-Linoleic acid, Unifac 6550, Emersol 315, alpha-Linoleic acid, 9Z,12Z-Linoleic acid, cis,cis-9,12-Octadecadienoic acid, Emersol 310

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P280, P303 + P361 + P353, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 60-33-3

Linoleic acid, 58-74%

CAS: 60-33-3
Formula: C₁₈H₃₂O₂
MW: 280.4 g/mol

VQ-002892

Cell Culture

Linoleic acid, cell culture tested

CAS: 60-33-3
Formula: C₁₈H₃₂O₂
MW: 280.4 g/mol

VQ-046197

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Linoleic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Linoleic acid, 99% is 60-33-3. It is also known as 9-cis,12-cis-Linoleic acid, cis-9,cis-12-Octadecadienoic acid, Telfairic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Linoleic acid, 99%?

Linoleic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C18H32O2 and a molecular weight of 280.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Linoleic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply Linoleic acid, 99% in Puriss (99%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Linoleic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Linoleic acid, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Linoleic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Linoleic acid, 99% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.

How should Linoleic acid, 99% be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.