CAS 27147-71-3: 2-Methylhexadecanoic acid

Description: 2-Methylhexadecanoic acid, also known as 2-methylpalmitic acid, is a branched-chain fatty acid characterized by its long hydrocarbon chain and a methyl group located at the second carbon position. This compound has a molecular formula of C17H34O2 and features a carboxylic acid functional group, which imparts acidic properties. It is typically a solid at room temperature and is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. The presence of the methyl branch influences its melting point and physical properties compared to its straight-chain counterparts. 2-Methylhexadecanoic acid is of interest in various fields, including biochemistry and materials science, due to its potential applications in the synthesis of surfactants, lubricants, and as a building block in organic synthesis. Additionally, it may be found in certain natural fats and oils, contributing to the complexity of lipid profiles in biological systems. Its behavior in biological contexts and its interactions with other molecules can be significant for understanding metabolic pathways and developing industrial applications.

Formula: C₁₇H₃₄O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C17H34O2/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16(2)17(18)19/h16H,3-15H2,1-2H3,(H,18,19)

InChI key: InChIKey=AXPAUZGVNGEWJD-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C(O)C(C)CCCCCCCCCCCCCC

Synonyms:

• (dl)-2-Methylhexadecanoic acid
• 2-Methylhexadecanoic acid
• 2-Methylpalmitic acid
• Hexadecanoic acid, 2-methyl-
• α-Methylpalmitic acid

2-Methylhexadecanoic Acid

CAS: 27147-71-3

• Formula: C₁₇H₃₄O₂
• Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)
• Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal
• Molecular weight: 270.46

2-METHYLHEXADECANOIC ACID

CAS: 27147-71-3

• Formula: C₁₇H₃₄O₂
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: Solid
• Molecular weight: 270.4507

2-Methylhexadecanoic Acid

CAS: 27147-71-3

• Formula: C₁₇H₃₄O₂
• Molecular weight: 270.46

2-Methylhexadecanoic acid

CAS: 27147-71-3

• Purity: 98% GC
• Color and Shape: Solid
• Molecular weight: 270.4570007324219

2-Methylhexadecanoic Acid

CAS: 27147-71-3

2-Methylhexadecanoic Acid is a fatty acid that is an important component of the phospholipid membrane …

• Formula: C₁₇H₃₄O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Molecular weight: 270.46 g/mol