Description
Ricinoleic acid is a naturally occurring 12-hydroxy fatty acid. It constitutes about 90% of the fatty acids in castor oil. Ricinoleic acid can serve as a substrate for the synthesis of conjugated linoleic acids. It is considered safe and non-toxic as a food constituent in humans, up to a daily intake of 2.5 grams per day. In high doses, castor oil has a laxative effect.
Formal name: 12R-hydroxy-9Z-octadecenoic acid
Synonyms: (R)-12-Hydroxyoleic Acid|NSC 281242
Molecular weight: 298.5
CAS: 141-22-0
Purity: ≥98%
Formulation: A solution in ethanol
Product Type|Biochemicals|Lipids|Fatty Acids||Product Type|Biochemicals|Lipids|Octadecanoids||Research Area|Lipid Biochemistry