CAS No. 2433-96-7

Batch: Purity:98.35
Tricosanoic acid Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the Tricosanoic acid product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

CAS Number 2433-96-7
Molecular Formula

C23H46O2

Molecular Weight (MW) 354.61
SMILES CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(O)=O

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

Tricosanoic acid is an odd-chain aliphatic carboxylic acid that exhibits strong hair growth promoting activity. The compound modulates cellular lipid pathways and membrane homeostasis within cutaneous tissue microenvironments. By regulating epidermal lipid metabolism and maintaining follicular cell viability, tricosanoic acid stimulates hair follicle activation, supports the anagen growth phase, and promotes hair regeneration phenotypes.

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Solubility

Batch:
All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
DMSO 1.3 mg/mL (3.66 mM) ; Warmed with 60°C water bath ; Ultrasonicated
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO.)
Water Insoluble
Ethanol Insoluble
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.