erucic acid

Independent reference data for erucic acid (CAS 112-86-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Isolated from the fats and oils of mustard seed, rapeseed, and crambe seed; [Hawley] Used as lubricant additive and chemical intermediate; [HSDB]Textiles (Fiber & Fabric Manufacturing) [Category: Industry]

Synonyms and trade names

ERUCIC ACID; 112-86-7; (Z)-Docos-13-enoic acid; cis-13-Docosenoic acid; 13-cis-Docosenoic acid; Hystrene 2290; 13-Docosenoic acid, (Z)-; 13-Docosenoic acid, (13Z)-; 13Z-docosenoic acid; Prifrac 2990; Z-13-Docosenoic acid; delta13-cis-Docosenoic acid; DTXSID8026931; (13Z)-Docosenoic acid; C22:1n-9; DTXCID706931

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Erucic Acid) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review)
GHS notification summary	38.9% (28 / 72)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	38.9% (28 / 72)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (61.1%), H319 (59.7%), H335 (56.9%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 38.9% (28 of 72) of reports.

H315 (61.1%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

erucic acid is identified by CAS 112-86-7, molecular formula C22H42O2 and molecular weight 338.32 g/mol. UNII 075441GMF2; ChEBI 28792; InChIKey DPUOLQHDNGRHBS-KTKRTIGZSA-N. Boiling Point: 265 °C at 15 mm Hg; Melting Point: 33.8 °C; Melting Point: 33.5 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.