CAS 10191-24-9

3-Hydroxyhexanoic acid

Description:

3-Hydroxyhexanoic acid, with the CAS number 10191-24-9, is a medium-chain hydroxy fatty acid characterized by its hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to the third carbon of a six-carbon chain. This compound is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature and is soluble in water due to the presence of the hydroxyl group, which enhances its polarity. It has a slightly acidic nature, typical of carboxylic acids, and can participate in various chemical reactions, including esterification and oxidation. 3-Hydroxyhexanoic acid is of interest in biochemical and industrial applications, particularly in the synthesis of biodegradable polymers and as a potential building block for pharmaceuticals. Its structure allows for the formation of esters, which can be utilized in the production of surfactants and emulsifiers. Additionally, it may play a role in metabolic pathways, particularly in the context of fatty acid metabolism. Overall, 3-hydroxyhexanoic acid is a versatile compound with significant potential in both research and industrial applications.

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O3/c1-2-3-5(7)4-6(8)9/h5,7H,2-4H2,1H3,(H,8,9)

InChI key: InChIKey=HPMGFDVTYHWBAG-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C(CCC)O)C(O)=O

Synonyms:

• 3-Hydroxy C6:0 Acid
• 3-Hydroxycaproic acid
• 3-Hydroxyhexanoic acid, 96 %
• Caproic acid, β-hydroxy-
• Hexanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-
• β-Hydroxy-n-caproic acid
• β-Hydroxycaproic acid
• β-Hydroxyhexanoic acid
• 3-Hydroxyhexanoic acid

Hexanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-

CAS: 10191-24-9

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₃

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 132.1577

Ref: IN-DA0005XG

3-Hydroxyhexanoic acid

CAS: 10191-24-9

3-Hydroxyhexanoic acid

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₃

Purity: 97%

Molecular weight: 132.16

Ref: 54-OR1058498

3-Hydroxyhexanoic acid

CAS: 10191-24-9

Formula: C6H12O3

Purity: >98%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 132.16

Ref: 48-14-0603

3-Hydroxyhexanoic Acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 10191-24-9

Stability Hygroscopic
Applications Used in a novel process for preparing β-hydroxy-fatty acids which are useful as base material for lipids A, LB films, cosmetics, liquid crystals etc.
References Hanahan, D., et al.: J. Mol. Biol., 166, 557 (1983), Yang, S., et al.: Biotechnol. Bioeng., 43, 1124 (1994), Ramsay, J., et al.: Can. J. Microbiol., 41, 262 (1995), Rehm, B., et al.: Intl. J. Biol. Macromol., 25, 3 (1999),

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 132.158

Ref: TR-H825320

3-hydroxy Hexanoic Acid

CAS: 10191-24-9

3-Hydroxy hexanoic acid, a hydroxylated fatty acid, is present in methyl-branched poly(3-hydroxyalkanoate) (PHA) polymers synthesized by P. oleovorans, P. putida, and D. tsuruhatensis. Additionally, it appears in the urine and serum of diabetic patients experiencing ketoacidosis, unlike in healthy individuals or diabetics without ketoacidosis. [Matreya, LLC. Catalog No. 1747]

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₃

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 132.159

Ref: TM-T85264