Lignoceric acid

Synonym(s):Tetracosanoic acid

CAS NO.：557-59-5
Empirical Formula: C24H48O2
Molecular Weight: 368.64
MDL number: MFCD00002810
EINECS: 209-180-7
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-09-12 18:56:23

What is Lignoceric acid?

Description

Lignoceric acid is a 24-carbon saturated (24:0) fatty acid. In mammals, it is synthesized during brain development and is found in cerebrosides. The deficient peroxisomal oxidation of very-long-chain fatty acids, including lignoceric acid, contributes to certain syndromes, including Zellweger cerebro-hepato-renal syndrome and X chromosome-linked adrenoleukodystrophy. Lignoceric acid is also a by-product of lignin production.

Chemical properties

white shiny crystalline powder or flakes

The Uses of Lignoceric acid

Tetracosanoic Acid is a chemical component of a dried mushroom powder exhibiting antioxidant properties. It is a long chain fatty acid present in peanut oil.

What are the applications of Application

Lignoceric Acid is a 24-carbon saturated fatty acid created as a byproduct of lignan production

Definition

ChEBI: A C24 straight-chain saturated fatty acid.

Purification Methods

Crystallise the acid from acetic acid, Me2CO, toluene, pet ether/Me2CO or*C6H6/Me2CO. [Beilstein 2 IV 1301.]

Properties of Lignoceric acid

Melting point:	80-82 °C
Boiling point:	272 °C10 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	0.8790
refractive index	nD100 1.4287
storage temp.	2-8°C
solubility	Chloroform (Slightly, Heated), Ethyl Acetate (Slightly)
pka	4.78±0.10(Predicted)
form	Shiny Crystalline Powder or Flakes
color	White
Merck	14,5488
BRN	1728237
CAS DataBase Reference	557-59-5(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	Tetracosanoic acid (557-59-5)

Safety information for Lignoceric acid

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.