Tuberculostearic Acid Ethyl-d5 Ester

• CAT Number: R062897
• CAS Number: NA
• Molecular Formula: C₂₁H₃₇D₅O₂
• Molecular Weight: 331.59
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 10-Methyloctadecanoic Acid Ethyl-d5 Ester; 10-Methylstearic acid Ethyl-d5 Ester
• Storage: -20°C

Tuberculostearic Acid Ethyl-d5 Ester is a deuterated derivative of Tuberculostearic Acid, with five deuterium atoms incorporated into the ethyl ester group. This compound is essential for advanced research in microbiology and biochemistry, particularly in the study of mycobacterial cell wall components and tuberculosis diagnostics. The deuterium labeling allows for precise tracking in mass spectrometry, making Tuberculostearic Acid Ethyl-d5 Ester a valuable tool for investigating the biosynthesis, metabolism, and detection of mycolic acids in pathogenic bacteria. It is ideal for researchers focused on developing diagnostic tools and studying the biochemical pathways involved in mycobacterial infections.