alpha-Linolenic acid
Also known as: Linolenic acid, 9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid, (9Z,12Z,15Z)-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid, (Z,Z,Z)-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid, all cis-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid, alpha-Lnn, C18:3 (9,12,15-cis all), Octadeca-9Z,12Z,15Z-trienoic acid
alpha-Linolenic acid (CAS 463-40-1) 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 melting point of -11 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 443.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 275.7±14.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 463-40-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-12986-6
- 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
| Melting Point | -11 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 443.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 275.7±14.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 278.224579 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 6.50 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.491 |
| Additional Property | INSOLUBLE |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | PI3K Akt |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Yang Q, et al. Anti-thrombotic effects of α-linolenic acid isolated from Zanthoxylum bungeanum Maxim seeds. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2014 Sep 23;14:348. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916190090 |
|---|---|
| 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 alpha-Linolenic acid?
The CAS number of alpha-Linolenic acid is 463-40-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of alpha-Linolenic acid?
alpha-Linolenic acid has molecular formula C18H30O2 and molecular weight 278.430 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of alpha-Linolenic acid?
For alpha-Linolenic acid, Upstream Products: Methyl linolenate, Triclosan, Hexabromostearic acid; Downstream Products: 13(S)-Hydroperoxy-(9Z,11E,15Z)-octadecatrienoic acid, m-Xylene, Methyl linolenate.
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