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Erucic acid

Also known as: (13Z)-13-Docosenoic acid, (13Z)-Docos-13-enoic acid, (13Z)-Docosenoic acid, (Z)-13-Docosenoic acid, (Z)-docos-13-enoic acid, (Z)-docos-13-enoicacid, (z)-13-docosenoicaci, 13-Docosenoic acid, (13Z)-, 13-Docosenoic acid, (Z)-, 13-Docosenoicacid,(13Z)-, 13-cis-Docosenoicacid, 13-cis-docosenoic acid, 13C DOCOSENOIC ACID, 13Z-docosenoic acid, D13:14-Docosenoic Acid, DOCOSENOIC ACID, EINECS 204-011-3, Erucasαure, Erucic Acid, Erucidic acid

Erucic acid (CAS 112-86-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C22H42O2 and a molecular weight of 338.568 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 28-32 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 386.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 349.9±15.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
112-86-7
Jingsj CID
J-1993248-6
Molecular Formula
C22H42O2
Molecular Weight
338.568 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point28-32 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point386.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point349.9±15.2 °C
Exact Mass338.318481
PSA37.30000
LogP9.82
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.468

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Kim E, et al. The memory-enhancing effect of erucic acid on scopolamine-induced cognitive impairment in mice. Pharmacol Biochem Behav. 2016 Mar;142:85-90.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916190090
Summary2916190090 unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。general tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Erucic acid?

The CAS number of Erucic acid is 112-86-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Erucic acid?

Erucic acid has molecular formula C22H42O2 and molecular weight 338.568 g/mol.

Is Erucic acid hazardous?

Erucic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Erucic acid?

For Erucic acid, Upstream Products: 13-Docosynoic acid, 9-Octadecynoic acid, Hexanoic acid; Downstream Products: Brassidic acid, 9-Octadecene, Arachidic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Erucic acid (CAS 112-86-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1993248-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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