2-Monoacetin

• CAT Number: R027703
• CAS Number: 100-78-7
• Molecular Formula: C5H10O4
• Molecular Weight: 134.131
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 1,3-Dihydroxypropan-2-yl Acetate; 2-Acetoxypropane-1,3-diol; Glycerine 2-Acetate; Glycerol 2-Acetate; Glycerol β-Monoacetate
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 1,3-dihydroxypropan-2-yl acetate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H10O4/c1-4(8)9-5(2-6)3-7/h5-7H,2-3H2,1H3
• InChIKey: QPCIUXWQCCFLCI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(=O)OC(CO)CO

2-Monoacetin, also known as glycerol monoacetate, is an ester formed from glycerol and acetic acid. It is a clear, viscous liquid used in the food and cosmetic industries as an emulsifier, humectant, and solvent. In biochemical research, 2-Monoacetin is utilized to study lipid metabolism and as a precursor in the synthesis of more complex glycerides and bioactive molecules.