Pentadecanoic acid, 98%

Name: Pentadecanoic acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003026

About Pentadecanoic acid, 98%

Pentadecanoic acid (CAS 1002-84-2) is a lipid offered by Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 98%. Formula C15H30O2, molecular weight 242.4 g/mol. Common synonyms include Pentadecylic acid and n-Pentadecanoic acid.

It is supplied as white to almost white powder or crystals. Literature values give a melting point of 51-54 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for lipid research, membrane and liposome studies and nutritional research. It is used across academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Pentadecanoic acid in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 500 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Lipid research
Membrane & liposome studies
Nutritional research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Pentadecanoic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003026
CAS Number	1002-84-2
IUPAC name	pentadecanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₅H₃₀O₂
Molecular weight	242.4 g/mol
Exact mass	242.2246
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29171990
InChIKey	WQEPLUUGTLDZJY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	13849

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to almost white powder or crystals
Melting point	51-54 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	5.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Pentadecylic acid, n-Pentadecanoic acid, fatty acid 15:0, Pentadecyclic acid, n-Pentadecylic acid, Pentadecanoic acid, 99%, FA 15:0, Pentadecanoic, Pentadecyclate, n-Pentadecylate, n-Pentadecanoate, tetradecylcarboxylic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Pentadecanoic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Pentadecanoic acid, 98% is 1002-84-2. It is also known as Pentadecylic acid, n-Pentadecanoic acid, fatty acid 15:0.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pentadecanoic acid, 98%?

Pentadecanoic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C15H30O2 and a molecular weight of 242.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is pentadecanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Pentadecanoic acid, 98% can I order?

We supply Pentadecanoic acid, 98% in (98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Pentadecanoic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Pentadecanoic acid, 98% 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 Pentadecanoic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Pentadecanoic acid, 98% 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.