CAS 7370-44-7

5-Hexadecanolide

Description:

5-Hexadecanolide, also known as ambrettolide, is a cyclic ester or lactone with the chemical formula C16H30O2. It is characterized by its pleasant musky odor, making it a popular ingredient in the fragrance industry. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature and has a relatively high boiling point, indicating its stability under heat. 5-Hexadecanolide is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic nature. The compound is often used in perfumery and cosmetic formulations for its scent and fixative properties. Additionally, it has been studied for its potential applications in food flavoring and as a natural product in various formulations. Safety data indicates that it should be handled with care, as with many chemical substances, to avoid skin and eye irritation. Overall, 5-Hexadecanolide is valued for its aromatic qualities and versatility in various applications.

Formula: C₁₆H₃₀O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C16H30O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-12-15-13-11-14-16(17)18-15/h15H,2-14H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=ZMJKQSSFLIFELJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCCCCCCCCC)C1OC(=O)CCC1

Synonyms:

• Hexadecanoic acid, 5-hydroxy-, δ-lactone
• δ-Palmitolactone
• 2H-Pyran-2-one, tetrahydro-6-undecyl-
• Tetrahydro-6-undecyl-2H-pyran-2-one
• δ-Hexadecalactone

2H-Pyran-2-one,tetrahydro-6-undecyl-

CAS: 7370-44-7

Formula: C₁₆H₃₀O₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 254.4082

Ref: IN-DA005LSR

Tetrahydro-6-undecyl-2H-pyran-2-one

CAS: 7370-44-7

Tetrahydro-6-undecyl-2H-pyran-2-one is a synthetic pheromone that has been used for mosquito oviposition. It has also been shown to be a potent anticancer drug, with activity against human neuroblastoma cells. Tetrahydro-6-undecyl-2H-pyran-2-one is synthesized from the reaction of 3,4,5,6-tetrahydrofuro[3,2,1]benzopyran and ethyl 2-(methylthio)propanoate. The synthesis scheme is outlined in Figure 1. This compound can be used as an analog for other pheromones because of its high potency and selectivity for specific target organisms.

Formula: C₁₆H₃₀O₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 254.41 g/mol

Ref: 3D-HAA37044