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Eicosanol (Cat No.: I026762) is a long-chain fatty alcohol with 20 carbon atoms, commonly found in plant waxes, beeswax, and some fish oils. It is a component of policosanol, a mixture known for its potential benefits in cardiovascular health. Eicosanol has been studied for its lipid-lowering effects and possible neuroprotective properties. It plays a role in metabolism and may contribute to cellular membrane stability. While research is ongoing, it is often used in dietary supplements and pharmaceutical formulations for its potential health benefits.
CAS Number | 28679-05-2 |
Synonyms | Eicosanol; |
Molecular Formula | C20H42O |
Purity | 98% |
Solubility | Soluble in DMSO |
Appearance | Solid powder |
Storage | Dry, dark and at 0 - 4 C for short term (days to weeks) or -20 C for long term (months to years). |
IUPAC Name | icosan-1-ol |
InChI | InChI=1S/C20H42O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21/h21H,2-20H2,1H3 |
InChIKey | BTFJIXJJCSYFAL-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCO |