CAS 1113-21-9: (E,E)-3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadeca-1,6,10,14-tetraen-3-ol
Description:(E,E)-3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadeca-1,6,10,14-tetraen-3-ol, commonly known as phytol, is a natural organic compound classified as a diterpene alcohol. It is characterized by its long carbon chain, consisting of 20 carbon atoms and multiple double bonds, which contribute to its unsaturated nature. Phytol is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild, grassy odor. It is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic characteristics. This compound is notable for its role in the biosynthesis of vitamin E and chlorophyll, serving as a precursor in various biological processes. Phytol exhibits antioxidant properties and has applications in the fragrance and flavor industry, as well as in the production of certain pharmaceuticals. Additionally, it is used in the synthesis of retinol (vitamin A) and has potential therapeutic effects, making it a subject of interest in both nutritional and medicinal chemistry.
Formula:C20H34O
InChI:InChI=1/C20H34O/c1-7-20(6,21)16-10-15-19(5)14-9-13-18(4)12-8-11-17(2)3/h7,11,13,15,21H,1,8-10,12,14,16H2,2-6H3/b18-13+,19-15+
InChI key:InChIKey=IQDXAJNQKSIPGB-HQSZAHFGNA-N
SMILES:OC(C=C)(C)CCC=C(C)CCC=C(C)CCC=C(C)C
- Synonyms:
- (6E)-3,7,11,15-Tetramethylhexadeca-1,6,10,14-tetraen-3-ol
- (6E,10E)-3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-1,6,10,14-hexadecatetraen-3-ol
- (6E,10E)-3,7,11,15-Tetramethylhexadeca-1,6,10,14-tetraen-3-ol
- (E,E)-3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-1,6,10,14-Hexadecatetraen-3-ol
- (E,E)-Geranyllinalool
- (±)-Geranyllinalool
- 1,6,10,14-Hexadecatetraen-3-ol, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-, (E,E)-
- 1,6,10,14-hexadecatetraen-3-ol, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-, (6E)-
- 1,6,10,14-hexadecatetraen-3-ol, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-, (6E,10E)-
- Geranyl inalool
- See more synonyms
- Geranyl linalool
- Linalool, geranyl-