γ-Linolenic acid
Also known as: gamma-Linolenic acid, gamolenic acid, (6Z,9Z,12Z)-octadeca-6,9,12-trienoic acid, all-cis-6,9,12-octadecatrienoic acid, (Z,Z,Z)-6,9,12-octadecatrienoic acid, cis,cis,cis-6,9,12-octadecatrienoic acid, C18:3 (all cis-6,9,12) acid
γ-Linolenic acid (CAS 506-26-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C18H30O2 and a molecular weight of 278.430 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 379.5±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 276.4±14.4 °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.
- 506-26-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-37854-1
- Molecular Formula
- C18H30O2
- Molecular Weight
- 278.430 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 379.5±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
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| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 276.4±14.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 278.224579 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 6.57 |
| Appearance | liquid |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.491 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Sergeant S, et al. Gamma-linolenic acid, Dihommo-gamma linolenic, Eicosanoids and Inflammatory Processes. Eur J Pharmacol. 2016 Aug 15;785:77-86. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916190090 |
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| Summary | 2916190090 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 γ-Linolenic acid?
The CAS number of γ-Linolenic acid is 506-26-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of γ-Linolenic acid?
γ-Linolenic acid has molecular formula C18H30O2 and molecular weight 278.430 g/mol.
Is γ-Linolenic acid hazardous?
γ-Linolenic 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 γ-Linolenic acid?
For γ-Linolenic acid, Upstream Products: Linoleic acid, Methyl γ-linolenate, 6-Heptynoic acid; Downstream Products: 1,3-Dicyclohexylurea, Trilinolenin, Methyl γ-linolenate.
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