CAS 629-56-1: 2-Hexadecenoic acid

Description:2-Hexadecenoic acid, also known as palmitoleic acid, is a monounsaturated fatty acid characterized by a 16-carbon chain with a double bond located at the second carbon from the carboxylic end. Its molecular formula is C16H30O2, and it features a cis configuration at the double bond, which influences its physical properties. This fatty acid is typically found in various animal and plant fats, particularly in fish oils and certain nuts. It is known for its role in metabolism and as a precursor for bioactive compounds. 2-Hexadecenoic acid is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature, with a relatively low melting point compared to saturated fatty acids of similar chain length. It is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. This compound is of interest in both nutritional biochemistry and industrial applications, including its potential use in cosmetics and as a lubricant due to its favorable viscosity characteristics. Additionally, it may exhibit antimicrobial properties, making it a subject of research in food preservation and health.

Formula:C₁₆H₃₀O₂

InChI:InChI=1S/C16H30O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16(17)18/h14-15H,2-13H2,1H3,(H,17,18)

InChI key:InChIKey=ZVRMGCSSSYZGSM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES:O=C(O)C=CCCCCCCCCCCCCC

Synonyms:
(2E)-hexadec-2-enoic acid
2-Hexadecenoic acid
2-Hexadecenoicacid
Gaidic acid
Hexadec-2-Enoic Acid
Hexadecenoic acid
Hypogaeic acid

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Product data	Purity	Price range	Estimated delivery
2-Hexadecenoic Acid REF: 3B-H0428CAS: 629-56-1	>98.0%(T)	146.00 €~474.00 €	Tue 22 Apr 25
trans-Hexadec-2-enoic acid REF: IN-DA003HCZCAS: 629-56-1	98%	To inquire	Tue 29 Apr 25
2-Hexadecenoic acid REF: 10-F463921CAS: 629-56-1	95.0%	To inquire	Fri 09 May 25
2-Hexadecenoic Acid REF: 3D-AAA62956CAS: 629-56-1	Min. 95%	- - -	Discontinued product