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Linoleic acid CAS No: 60-33-3 Product Features, Applications

January 21, 2026

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Overview

Linoleic acid (LA), is a 18-carbon diene acid with two unsaturated double bonds. Pure linoleic acid is a colorless oily liquid with a melting point of -5°C and a boiling point of 230°C (2.13 KPa). The main components of common industrial products are a mixture of linoleic acid and oleic acid, along with a small amount of palmitic acid, stearic acid, and linolenic acid. At room temperature, it is a colorless to light yellow liquid.

The customs HS code of this product is 2916150000, and the CAS number is 60-33-3.

 

Technical Indicators

Items

Technical Indicator

Typical Parameter

Test Method

Model

LA60

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/

Appearance,
visual inspection

Light yellow transparent liquid

Light yellow transparent liquid

Visual inspection under natural light

Color,
iron-cobalt method

≤3

1+

GB/T 1722

Acid value, mgKOH/g

195-205

201

GB/T 9104

Iodine value, gI/100g

≥130

140

GB/T 5532

Linoleic acid content, %

60~70

64

GC

Freezing point, ℃, ≤

18

16

SN/T 0801.17

 

Product Features

  1. Extracted from high-quality vegetable oils, it has reliable quality.
  2. High content of linoleic acid, with high reactivity, facilitating esterification and addition reactions.
  3. Light in color, and the finished product is resistant to yellowing, possessing excellent light retention and color stability.
  4. The finished product has good weather resistance.

 

Applications

  1. It is used in the production of high-end, light-colored and weather-resistant environmentally friendly inks and coatings.
  2. It is used in biological fermentation and can be used as an ingredient for the weight-loss drug orlistat.

 

Packaging, Transportation and Storage

  1. The product is packaged in 200L plastic drums, with a net weight of 180 kilograms per drum; or in IBC ton drums, with a net weight of 900 kilograms.
  2. This product is not a hazardous item, but it is flammable. During storage and transportation, it should be kept away from fire sources.
  3. The product should be stored in a sealed manner in a cool place. The effective storage period is one year. If it has exceeded the storage period but has passed the inspection and is found to be qualified, it can still be used.
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