Pristanic acid

• CAT Number: M050597
• CAS Number: 1189-37-3
• Molecular Formula: C19H38O2
• Molecular Weight: 298.50
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2,6,10,14-tetramethylpentadecanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C19H38O2/c1-15(2)9-6-10-16(3)11-7-12-17(4)13-8-14-18(5)19(20)21/h15-18H,6-14H2,1-5H3,(H,20,21)
• InChIKey: PAHGJZDQXIOYTH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)C(=O)O

Pristanic Acid(CAT: M050597) is a branched-chain fatty acid that plays a critical role in lipid metabolism. It is primarily derived from the breakdown of phytanic acid, which occurs through peroxisomal beta-oxidation. Pristanic Acid is involved in energy production and metabolic processes, and its accumulation can be associated with metabolic disorders such as Refsum disease and peroxisomal biogenesis disorders. Research into Pristanic Acid focuses on its role in fatty acid metabolism, neurodegenerative diseases, and metabolic dysfunctions. It is an important compound for studying peroxisomal disorders and their impact on human health, especially regarding lipid storage and processing disorders.