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CAS 91297-89-1

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3-Hydroxytetracosanoic acid

Description:
3-Hydroxytetracosanoic acid, also known as 3-hydroxy-24-carbon fatty acid, is a long-chain fatty acid characterized by the presence of a hydroxyl group at the third carbon position of its tetracosanoic acid backbone. This compound typically exhibits properties associated with fatty acids, such as being hydrophobic and having a high melting point due to its long carbon chain. The hydroxyl group introduces some polarity, which can enhance its solubility in polar solvents compared to other long-chain fatty acids. It is likely to participate in various biochemical processes, including lipid metabolism and membrane formation. Additionally, 3-hydroxytetracosanoic acid may have applications in the fields of biochemistry and materials science, particularly in the development of surfactants, emulsifiers, or as a precursor for synthesizing other chemical compounds. Its unique structure may also influence its biological activity, making it of interest in research related to fatty acid derivatives and their potential health benefits.
Formula:C24H48O3
InChI:InChI=1S/C24H48O3/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21-23(25)22-24(26)27/h23,25H,2-22H2,1H3,(H,26,27)
InChI key:InChIKey=DVDLWGAAEYKXSB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)CCC(CC(O)=O)O
Synonyms:
  • 3-Hydroxytetracosanoic acid
  • Tetracosanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-
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