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Phytanic acid is a branched-chain fatty acid derived from the metabolism of phytol, a component of chlorophyll found in the diet, particularly in dairy products, ruminant fats, and fish. It is not synthesized by humans and must be obtained from food sources. Phytanic acid accumulates in the body and is metabolized in peroxisomes via alpha-oxidation. Disruptions in its metabolism can lead to the accumulation of phytanic acid, which is associated with disorders like Refsum disease, a rare inherited neurological disorder. Phytanic acid is also studied for its roles in cell signaling and metabolic pathways, particularly in lipid metabolism.
| Catalog Number | M059770 |
| CAS Number | 14721-66-5 |
| Synonyms | 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoic acid |
| Molecular Formula | C20H40O2 |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| Target | Metabolic Enzyme/Protease |
| Storage | -20°C |
| IUPAC Name | 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoic acid |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C20H40O2/c1-16(2)9-6-10-17(3)11-7-12-18(4)13-8-14-19(5)15-20(21)22/h16-19H,6-15H2,1-5H3,(H,21,22) |
| InChIKey | RLCKHJSFHOZMDR-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | CC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CC(=O)O |
