Linolenic acid
CAS Number463-40-1
FormulaCH3(CH2CH=CH)3(CH2)7CO2H
Mol. Weight278.43 g/mol
Linolenic acid
What is Linolenic acid?
Linolenic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 463-40-1 and molecular formula CH3(CH2CH=CH)3(CH2)7CO2H. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Specifications
Linear Formula
CH3(CH2CH=CH)3(CH2)7CO2H
Molecular Weight
278.43 g/mol
Assay/Purity
~70% (GC)
Impurities
~25% linoleic acid
~5% oleic acid
Boiling Point
230-232 °C/1 mmHg(lit.)
Density
0.914 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)