Linoleic Acid also known as cis-9,cis-12- Octadecadienoic acid is a di-unsaturated fatty acid.
It is an omega-6 fatty acid which belongs to a family of unsaturated fatty acids which have in common a final carbon–carbon double bond in the sixth bond from the methyl end of the fatty acid.
It is an essential fatty acid since it has to be acquired from external sources and cannot be synthesized by the body.
It is primarily present in vegetable oils such as sunflower, safflower, soybean, corn, and canola oils.
| PARAMETERS | SPECIFICATIONS |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | 9,12-linoleic acid,cis-9,cis-12- Octadecadienoic acid,Telfairic Acid |
| CAS No. | 60 – 33 – 3 |
| Formula | CH3(CH)4CH=CHCH2CH=CH(CH2)7CO2H |
| Mol. Wt | 280.46 |
| Purity | 99% min by GC |
| Description | Colorless to Pale Yellow Liquid. |
| Acid Value | 197 – 202 |
| Saponification Value | 197 – 202 |
| Iodine Value | 177 – 183 |
| Moisture | 0.5% Max by KFR |
| Packaging | Plastic Carboys with inert lining |
Linoleic Acid is a polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid that plays a vital role in human health and has wide applications in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors. It is considered an essential fatty acid, meaning it must be obtained through diet or supplementation.
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