Tridecanoic Acid

• CAT Number: R042911
• CAS Number: 638-53-9
• Molecular Formula: C13H26O2
• Molecular Weight: 214.35
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: NSC 25955; NSC 69131; Tridecylic Acid; n-Tridecanoic Acid; n-Tridecoic Acid
• Target: Anti-infection
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: tridecanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C13H26O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13(14)15/h2-12H2,1H3,(H,14,15)
• InChIKey: SZHOJFHSIKHZHA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O

Tridecanoic Acid is a straight-chain, saturated fatty acid with 13 carbon atoms. It is primarily found in trace amounts in some natural oils, including those derived from coconut and palm kernel. Tridecanoic acid is used in various chemical and industrial applications, including as a surfactant, emulsifier, and in the synthesis of esters for flavor and fragrance compounds. It is also investigated for its potential biological effects, particularly in metabolic studies.