Hexanoic-5,5-d2 acid, also known as 5,5-deuterated hexanoic acid, is a deuterated fatty acid characterized by the presence of a six-carbon chain with a carboxylic acid functional group. The deuteration at the 5th carbon indicates that two hydrogen atoms are replaced by deuterium, a stable isotope of hydrogen, which can be useful in various applications, including NMR spectroscopy and metabolic studies. This compound is typically a colorless liquid at room temperature and has a fatty, slightly pungent odor, characteristic of medium-chain fatty acids. Hexanoic acid itself is known for its role in the production of esters and as a flavoring agent in food. The presence of deuterium can alter the physical properties slightly compared to its non-deuterated counterpart, such as boiling point and solubility. Hexanoic-5,5-d2 acid is primarily used in research settings, particularly in studies involving lipid metabolism and tracer studies in biological systems.

Hexanoic-5,5-d2 acid(9CI)

55320-68-8: Hexanoic-5,5-d2 acid, also known as 5,5-deuterated hexanoic acid, is a deuterated fatty acid characterized by the presence of a six-carbon chain with a carboxylic acid functional group. The deuteration at the 5th carbon indicates that two hydrogen atoms are replaced by deuterium, a stable isotope of hydrogen, which can be useful in various applications, including NMR spectroscopy and metabolic studies. This compound is typically a colorless liquid at room temperature and has a fatty, slightly pungent odor, characteristic of medium-chain fatty acids. Hexanoic acid itself is known for its role in the production of esters and as a flavoring agent in food. The presence of deuterium can alter the physical properties slightly compared to its non-deuterated counterpart, such as boiling point and solubility. Hexanoic-5,5-d2 acid is primarily used in research settings, particularly in studies involving lipid metabolism and tracer studies in biological systems.

Hexanoic-5,5-d2 Acid

Applications Hexanoic-5,5-d2 Acid (CAS# 55320-68-8) is a useful isotopically labeled research compound.

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Hexanoic-5,5-d2 acid(9CI)

Hexanoic-5,5-d2 Acid

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