CAS 88930-08-9
:3-Hydroxyoctanoic acid
Description:
3-Hydroxyoctanoic acid, with the CAS number 88930-08-9, is a medium-chain fatty acid characterized by its hydroxyl group (-OH) located at the third carbon of an eight-carbon chain. This compound is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature and is soluble in water due to the presence of the hydroxyl group, which enhances its polarity. It exhibits properties typical of fatty acids, including the ability to form esters and participate in various biochemical reactions. 3-Hydroxyoctanoic acid is of interest in various fields, including biochemistry and materials science, as it can serve as a building block for the synthesis of biodegradable polymers and surfactants. Additionally, it has potential applications in the production of biofuels and as a food additive due to its fatty acid profile. Its biological significance is also noted in metabolic pathways, particularly in the context of medium-chain triglycerides, which are known for their rapid absorption and utilization in energy metabolism.
Formula:C8H16O3
InChI:InChI=1/C8H16O3/c1-2-3-4-5-7(9)6-8(10)11/h7,9H,2-6H2,1H3,(H,10,11)
InChI key:InChIKey=NDPLAKGOSZHTPH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(C(CC(O)=O)O)CCCC
Synonyms:- 3-HYDROXY C8:0 ACID
- dl-B-hydroxycaprylic acid
- 3-Hydroxyoctanoic acid
- 3-Hydroxycaprylic acid
- β-Hydroxyoctanoic acid
- Octanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-
- (+/-)-3-HYDROXYOCTANOIC ACID
- Caprylic acid, β-hydroxy-
- DL-BETA-HYDROXYCAPRYLIC ACID
- 3-Hydroxyoctanoic acid, 98 % (GC)
- (+/-)-3-Hydroxyoctanoic acid >=97%
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(±)-3-Hydroxyoctanoic acid
CAS:<p>(±)-3-Hydroxyoctanoic acid is a fatty acid that is produced by the bacterial strain Pseudomonas putida. This compound is involved in energy metabolism and cell division as an intermediate in the synthesis of polymers. The hydroxyl group on this molecule can be used to synthesize various compounds, such as cyclic lipopeptides. The production of (±)-3-hydroxyoctanoic acid can be increased by dehydrogenase deficiency or by culturing cells under aerobic conditions. It has been shown that (±)-3-hydroxyoctanoic acid is also an important component for wastewater treatment, because it can be degraded by bacteria to produce carbon dioxide and water, which are then released into the atmosphere.</p>Formula:C8H16O3Purity:Min. 95%Color and Shape:Clear LiquidMolecular weight:160.21 g/mol
