Docosanoic acid
Also known as: Behenic acid, n-Docosanoic acid, Docosoic acid, CARBOXYLIC ACID C22, 1-Docosanoic acid
Docosanoic acid (CAS 112-85-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C22H44O2 and a molecular weight of 340.584 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 72-80 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 391.8±5.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 176.3±12.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 112-85-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-10303-7
- Molecular Formula
- C22H44O2
- Molecular Weight
- 340.584 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 72-80 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 391.8±5.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 176.3±12.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 340.334137 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 10.34 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.459 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Cater NB, et al. Behenic acid is a cholesterol-raising saturated fatty acid in humans. Am J Clin Nutr. 2001 Jan;73(1):41-4. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Docosanoic acid?
The CAS number of Docosanoic acid is 112-85-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Docosanoic acid?
Docosanoic acid has molecular formula C22H44O2 and molecular weight 340.584 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Docosanoic acid?
For Docosanoic acid, Upstream Products: Linoleic acid, Erucic acid, Hexadecanal; Downstream Products: Behenic Anhydride, Methyl behenate, Glutaric acid.
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