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CAS 17437-22-8

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16-Aminohexadecanoic acid

Description:
16-Aminohexadecanoic acid, also known as hexadecanoic acid with an amino group at the 16th carbon, is a long-chain fatty acid characterized by its hydrophobic hydrocarbon tail and a polar amino group. This compound typically exhibits properties associated with both fatty acids and amino acids, making it amphiphilic in nature. It has a relatively high melting point due to the long carbon chain, which contributes to its solid state at room temperature. The amino group allows for potential interactions such as hydrogen bonding, which can influence its solubility in water and its behavior in biological systems. This compound may be utilized in various applications, including biochemistry and materials science, particularly in the synthesis of surfactants, emulsifiers, or as a building block for more complex molecules. Its unique structure can also facilitate interactions with biological membranes, making it of interest in pharmaceutical and biomedical research. Overall, 16-aminohexadecanoic acid combines characteristics of both fatty acids and amino acids, leading to diverse functional applications.
Formula:C16H33NO2
InChI:InChI=1S/C16H33NO2/c17-15-13-11-9-7-5-3-1-2-4-6-8-10-12-14-16(18)19/h1-15,17H2,(H,18,19)
InChI key:InChIKey=QJGFZBNNVXTCLL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(CCCCCCCCCCN)CCCCC(O)=O
Synonyms:
  • 16-Aminohexadecanoic acid
  • Hexadecanoic acid, 16-amino-
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