Gadoleic acid

Gadoleic acid (CAS 29204-02-2), also commercially referenced as eicosenoic acid, is a monounsaturated C20 fatty acid occurring naturally in fish oils, jojoba, and certain seed oils.

Where is Gadoleic acid used?

• Personal care: emollient, moisturizing agent and lubricant
• Cosmetics: skin barrier support and emolliency in creams, lotions and lip care, where its long-chain fatty acid profile improves texture and spreadability
• Food: functional lipid component in specialty fat blends and nutritional oils targeting specific fatty acid profiles
• Pharmaceuticals: lubrication in topical carriers and ointment bases
• Industrial lubrication where bio-based fatty acid feedstocks are preferred over petroleum-derived alternatives

Good to know: Purity levels and sourcing origin, marine versus plant-derived, are key specification points buyers should confirm with suppliers.

Commercial specifications

• Purity levels and sourcing origin (marine versus plant-derived) to confirm with suppliers