Erucic Acid CAS：112-86-7
Erucic acid is highly enriched in the seeds of Brassicaceae species. It mainly accumulates in oilseed crops like rapeseed and mustard, as well as common vegetables such as kale, cabbage and turnip.
As a typical monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid, erucic acid possesses favorable nutritional properties.
It is derived from renewable botanical raw materials, serving as an eco-friendly and sustainable natural ingredient.
Erucic acid has broad application prospects in multiple industrial fields, covering biochemical research and the production of premium specialty oil products.
Erucic acid, with the chemical name cis-13-docosenoic acid (CAS No. 112-86-7), is a naturally occurring monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid. It is highly concentrated in the seeds of Brassicaceae plants, including oilseed crops like rapeseed and mustard seed, as well as common vegetables such as kale, cabbage, and turnips.
This compound boasts diverse industrial applications across multiple sectors: it is utilized in chemical engineering for manufacturing specialized lubricants, synthetic fibers, and industrial auxiliaries; incorporated into cosmetic formulas to enhance product texture; applied as a regulated additive in food processing; employed as a research material in biochemical studies; and used in marine settings for corrosion prevention. Additionally, it serves as a processing aid in chemical fiber production, a component of industrial lubricants, and a key ingredient in personal protective equipment, maintaining stable performance in these scenarios.
Item | Specification |
Melting point | 28-32 °C (lit.) |
Boiling point | 358 °C/400 mmHg (lit.) |
Density | 0.86 g/cm³ |
Refractive index | |
Flash point (Fp) | 265°C/15mm |
Storage temperature | 2-8°C |
Solubility | |
pKa | |
Form & Color | White to off-white solid |
Biological source | Synthetic (organic) |
Merck index | 14,3674 |
BRN number | 1728049 |
LogP | 9.459 (est) |
CAS DataBase Reference | 112-86-7 |
NIST Chemistry Reference | Erucic acid (112-86-7) |
EPA Substance Registry | 13-Docosenoic acid, (13Z)- (112-86-7) |
Safety Information
Hazard Codes: Xi
Risk Statements: 36/37/38
Safety Statements: 26-36
WGK Germany: 1
RTECS number: JR1280000
F code: 10-23
TSCA listing: Yes
HS Code: 29161900
Hazardous Substances Data: 112-86-7
