(Z)-2-Tridecenoic acid, also known as tridec-2-enoic acid, is a long-chain unsaturated fatty acid characterized by a double bond located between the second and third carbon atoms of its carbon chain. This compound features a 13-carbon backbone, making it a member of the fatty acid family. The "Z" configuration indicates that the substituents on the double bond are on the same side, which influences its physical and chemical properties. Typically, unsaturated fatty acids like (Z)-2-Tridecenoic acid exhibit lower melting points compared to their saturated counterparts, contributing to their liquid state at room temperature. This acid is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic nature. It may play a role in various biological processes and can be involved in the synthesis of more complex lipids. Additionally, its unique structure may impart specific functional properties that are of interest in fields such as biochemistry, nutrition, and materials science.

(Z)-2-Tridecenoic acid

132636-26-1: (Z)-2-Tridecenoic acid, also known as tridec-2-enoic acid, is a long-chain unsaturated fatty acid characterized by a double bond located between the second and third carbon atoms of its carbon chain. This compound features a 13-carbon backbone, making it a member of the fatty acid family. The "Z" configuration indicates that the substituents on the double bond are on the same side, which influences its physical and chemical properties. Typically, unsaturated fatty acids like (Z)-2-Tridecenoic acid exhibit lower melting points compared to their saturated counterparts, contributing to their liquid state at room temperature. This acid is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic nature. It may play a role in various biological processes and can be involved in the synthesis of more complex lipids. Additionally, its unique structure may impart specific functional properties that are of interest in fields such as biochemistry, nutrition, and materials science.

CAS 132636-26-1

(Z)-2-Tridecenoic acid

2-Tridecenoic acid, (2Z)-

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