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Fatty acids, C16-18

Description:
Fatty acids, C16-18, commonly referred to as long-chain fatty acids, are a group of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids that typically contain between 16 and 18 carbon atoms in their hydrocarbon chains. These fatty acids are derived from natural sources, such as vegetable oils and animal fats, and include palmitic acid (C16) and stearic acid (C18), among others. They are characterized by their hydrophobic nature due to the long carbon chains, which makes them insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. These fatty acids play crucial roles in various biological processes, including energy storage, cellular structure, and signaling. In industrial applications, they are used in the production of soaps, detergents, cosmetics, and food additives. Additionally, they can undergo various chemical reactions, such as esterification and hydrogenation, to form derivatives that have enhanced properties for specific uses. Overall, fatty acids, C16-18, are versatile compounds with significant importance in both biological and industrial contexts.
Formula:C34H68O4
InChI:InChI=1/C17H34O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17(18)19/h2-16H2,1H3,(H,18,19)
SMILES:CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O
Synonyms:
  • (C16-C18) Alkylcarboxylic acid
  • Acme Hardesty 60
  • Aliphat No. 6B
  • Aliphat no. 6
  • Aliphat no. 6a
  • Aliphat no. 7
  • Aliphat no. 7a
  • C16-18 Saturated fatty acid
  • C<sub>16-18</sub> fatty acids
  • Ceao 90
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