Conjugated Linoleic Acid丨CAS 2420-56-6

Conjugated Linoleic Acid丨CAS 2420-56-6
Product Introduction:
Catalog No.: SS129925
CAS No.: 2420-56-6
Grade/ Total CLA: Food Grade/78% to 84%
Product Name: Conjugated linoleic acid
Molecular Formula: C18H32O2
Molecular Weight: 280.45
Synonym(s): (10E,12Z)-Octadeca-9,12-dienoic acid
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Specifications

 

Grade: Food Grade
Characters: Clear colorless to slightly yellow liquid oil
Lovibond Colour (133.4mm cell): R: 1 max., Y: 10 max.
Fatty acid composition (GC): Total CLA: 78% to 84%
Palmitic acid: 4% max.
Stearic acid: 4% max.
Oleic acid: 10% to 20%
Linoleic acid: 3% max.
C18:2,9c,11t: 37.5% to 42%
C18:2,10t,12c: 37.5% to 42%
Acid Value: 195 to 204 mgKOH/g
Peroxide Value: 5 meq/kg max.
Saponification: 195 to 204 mgKOH/g
Iodine Value: 115 gI/100g min.
Unsaponifiable Matters: 1.0% max.
Moisture and Volatile Matter: 0.1% max.
Lead: 0.1 mg/kg max.
Arsenic: 0.1 mg/kg max.
Aflatoxin B: 10 μg/kg max.
Benzo(a)pyrene: 10 μg/kg max.

 

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H.S. Code

2916150000106

Stability & Reactivity

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Recommended storage temperature: -20 °C Air and light sensitive. Store under inert gas.

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Manufacturing Information

 

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10MT/month

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Experience

Production since 2017

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Applications

 

Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is a naturally occurring polyunsaturated fatty acid found primarily in ruminant-derived meat and dairy products. Its applications span multiple industries, including nutraceuticals, functional foods, dietary supplements, and animal nutrition. In the nutraceutical sector, CLA is formulated into capsules, soft gels, powders, and functional beverages as a bioactive ingredient designed to support metabolic health, muscle maintenance, and weight management. In functional food production, CLA is incorporated into dairy products, fortified milk, yogurts, and processed meat to enhance their nutritional profile, providing consumers with added health benefits. In animal feed, CLA is used to improve growth performance, feed efficiency, body composition, and milk quality, particularly in dairy cattle and poultry. Furthermore, in research and development, CLA serves as a model compound for investigating lipid metabolism, obesity, cardiovascular health, and immunomodulatory effects due to its conjugated double-bond structure, which offers unique biological activity compared to standard linoleic acid.

 

Benefits

 

Conjugated linoleic acid delivers a wide array of physiological and health benefits, making it highly valued in both human and animal nutrition. It is extensively studied for its potential to reduce body fat accumulation while promoting lean muscle mass, contributing to weight management and improved body composition. CLA exhibits antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which support cardiovascular health, enhance immune function, and mitigate oxidative stress in tissues. Research also indicates CLA's potential anti-carcinogenic effects, as well as its role in modulating lipid profiles, insulin sensitivity, and energy metabolism. Its natural origin, safety profile, and compatibility with various dietary matrices make it an ideal functional ingredient in health products. Additionally, in animal nutrition, CLA supplementation can improve overall growth performance, enhance milk quality, and support better reproductive health, offering economic benefits for livestock production.

 

Conclusion

 

Conjugated linoleic acid is a multifunctional bioactive fatty acid with wide-ranging applications in nutraceuticals, functional foods, dietary supplements, and animal nutrition. Its health-promoting effects, including support for body composition, metabolic function, cardiovascular health, and immune modulation, make it a cornerstone ingredient in wellness-focused products. Beyond human nutrition, CLA's benefits in livestock feed contribute to improved productivity and product quality. As research continues to explore its biological mechanisms, conjugated linoleic acid remains a key compound driving innovation in functional nutrition, health supplements, and performance-enhancing dietary formulations.

 

 

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