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Linolenic Acid

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Order Linolenic Acid (CAS 463-40-1) online at Zemixal: C18H30O2, COA and SDS with every lot, worldwide shipping. Catalogue no. ZX-031296.

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Linolenic Acid chemical structure
CAS number463-40-1
FormulaC18H30O2
Molar mass278.4 g/mol
Physical formSolid
HS code38229090
InChIKeyDTOSIQBPPRVQHS-PDBXOOCHSA-N
IUPAC name(9Z,12Z,15Z)-octadeca-9,12,15-trienoic acid

About Linolenic Acid

Linolenic Acid belongs to the Linolenic Acid reference-standard family in the Zemixal catalogue. Identity at a glance (Reference Standard): CAS 463-40-1, formula C18H30O2 and molar mass 278.4 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Common uses in the lab and plant

  • Identification & assay
  • Method development & validation
  • QC reference material

Safe handling

It carries the GHS signal word Warning (H317), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and custom quantities are quoted on request. You receive a certificate of analysis with characterisation data with each order. Add it to your quote list and our team replies with price, lead time and shipping options within one business day.

Reference standards for Linolenic Acid

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Linolenic Acid standards

Typical uses

  • Identification & assay
  • Method development & validation
  • QC reference material

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Linolenic Acid
Product nameLinolenic Acid
Catalogue numberZX-031296
CAS number463-40-1
IUPAC name(9Z,12Z,15Z)-octadeca-9,12,15-trienoic acid
Molecular formulaC18H30O2
Molar mass278.4 g/mol
Exact mass278.2246
GradeReference Standard
Physical formSolid
XLogP35.9
H-bond donors / acceptors1 / 2
Topological polar surface area37.3 Ų
HS code38229090
InChIKeyDTOSIQBPPRVQHS-PDBXOOCHSA-N
SMILESCC/C=C\C/C=C\C/C=C\CCCCCCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID5280934
Synonymsalpha-Linolenic acid, (Z,Z,Z)-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid, cis,cis,cis-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid, all-cis-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid, alpha Linolenic Acid, 9-cis,12-cis,15-cis-Octadecatrienoic acid, 9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid, (Z,Z,Z)-, (9,12,15)-linolenic acid, (9Z,12Z,15Z)-Octadecatrienoic acid, 9Z,12Z,15Z-Octadecatrienoic acid, Linolenic acid, crude, (Z,Z,Z)-Octadeca-9,12,15-trienoic acid

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction

Precautionary statements P261, P272, P280, P302 + P352, P321, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Linolenic Acid
10 mgQuoted on request
25 mgQuoted on request
50 mgQuoted on request
100 mgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Linolenic Acid

Which CAS number identifies Linolenic Acid?
Linolenic Acid is registered under CAS 463-40-1. You may also see it listed as alpha-Linolenic acid, (Z,Z,Z)-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid, cis,cis,cis-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-031296.
What are the formula and molar mass of Linolenic Acid?
For Linolenic Acid, its formula is C18H30O2 and its molar mass is 278.4 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is (9Z,12Z,15Z)-octadeca-9,12,15-trienoic acid. InChIKey DTOSIQBPPRVQHS-PDBXOOCHSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
How is Linolenic Acid used in pharmaceutical QC?
Linolenic Acid is a characterised reference material linked to Linolenic Acid. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Linolenic Acid?
This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Linolenic Acid?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Linolenic Acid to my country?
Yes. Because Linolenic Acid is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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