Sunflower Fatty Acid

CAS Number: 84625-38-7

Molecular Formula: C18H34O2

Class: Polyunsaturated Fatty AcidsMarket: OleochemicalsAcid: linoleic acid (C18H32O2)High Purity Linoleic Acid SourceSunflower Acid Oil Distilled 85% FFABio-based Intermediate for Alkyd Resins

About Sunflower Fatty Acid

Our Sunflower Fatty Acid (Sunflower Seed Acid) is a natural, renewable resource derived from the vacuum distillation of high-quality sunflower oil. Composed primarily of linoleic acid (C₁₈H₃₂O₂), this versatile intermediate is characterised by its clear to pale yellow liquid form and excellent emollient properties. Sun...

Sunflower Fatty Acid Specifications

CAS Number

84625-38-7

Molecular Formula

C18H34O2

IUPAC Name

Organic acids, including linoleic, oleic, and other acids

Canonical SMILES

(complex mixture)

EINECS Number

283-413-0

HSN No

38231900

CAS Number

84625-38-7

Molecular Formula

C18H34O2

IUPAC Name

Organic acids, including linoleic, oleic, and other acids

Canonical SMILES

(complex mixture)

EINECS Number

283-413-0

HSN No

38231900

Appearance

Colorless to light yellow liquid

Density (standard specification)

0.85 - 0.90 g/cm3

Sunflower Fatty Acid ASSAY (standard specification)

67% (Linoleic acid) / 20% (Oleic acid) / 8 % (Palmitic Acid)

Boiling point

285°C

Melting Point

25°C

Flash Point

186°C

Odor

Fatty acid

Acid value

198-202

Colour (GARDNER)

3 MAX

Iodine value

130-144

Cosmetics & Personal Care

Natural emollient and skin-conditioning agent in luxury moisturizers and cleansing products

Soaps & Detergents

Primary raw material for the manufacturing of high-quality solid and liquid soaps

Coatings & Resins

Vital intermediate in the production of alkyd resins and high-gloss surface finishes

Textile & Leather

Finishing of fibers, leather, and textiles to enhance texture and durability Biofuels & Lubricants: Serves as a sustainable feedstock for biodiesel production and the synthesis of bio-based industrial lubricants.