Eicosenoic acid

Eicosenoic acid (CAS 5561-99-9), also known as cis-11-eicosenoic acid, is a long-chain monounsaturated fatty acid derived primarily from seed oils such as meadowfoam.

Where is Eicosenoic acid used?

• Lubricants and metalworking fluids: boundary lubricant additive that reduces friction and wear on metal surfaces under high-load conditions
• Personal care: emollient and moisture-retention agent in skin creams, lip products and hair treatments
• Cosmetic and food-grade formulations: emulsifier component for stable oil-in-water and water-in-oil systems
• Nutritional and functional food: specialty fatty acid ingredient for lipid profile applications and dietary supplement formulations
• It also serves as a functional ingredient in lubrication, personal care and specialty food applications.

Commercial specifications

• Liquid or low-melting solid, depending on purity and temperature
• High-purity variants for research use
• Packaging from small laboratory quantities to bulk drums