16-hydroxyhexadec-9-enoic acid

• CAT Number: M082251
• CAS Number: 17278-80-7
• Molecular Formula: C16H30O3
• Molecular Weight: 270.41
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (E)-16-hydroxyhexadec-9-enoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C16H30O3/c17-15-13-11-9-7-5-3-1-2-4-6-8-10-12-14-16(18)19/h1,3,17H,2,4-15H2,(H,18,19)/b3-1+
• InChIKey: RPQJFAIEPUKQHK-HNQUOIGGSA-N
• SMILES: C(CCCC=CCCCCCCO)CCCC(=O)O

16-Hydroxyhexadec-9-enoic acid（Cat No.:M082251） is a hydroxy fatty acid characterized by a 16-carbon chain, a hydroxyl group at the 16th position, and a double bond at the 9th position. This structural arrangement imparts both hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties, making it an important compound in various biological and industrial applications. It’s found naturally in some plant and animal fats and oils. In the realm of biochemistry, it’s studied for its roles in cellular signaling and as a precursor in the biosynthesis of more complex lipids. Industrially, it can be used in the production of lubricants, surfactants, and emulsifiers.