2-Hexadecanone

Ref. 3D-FH30676

Product Information

• Name: 2-Hexadecanone
• Synonyms: Hexadecan-2-one
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 2-Hexadecanone is a fatty acid that has a methyl ketone group at its C2 position. It is structurally similar to the odorant binding protein, which binds to chemicals in the environment and transfers them to cells. 2-Hexadecanone can be used as a proton donor in biosensors, where it reacts with an amperometric sensor or chemical ionization by electron impact (CI) technique. 2-Hexadecanone can also be used as a prebiotic, meaning that it provides beneficial microorganisms with food sources. The chemical composition and structure of 2-hexadecanone have been determined using gas chromatography and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. 2-Hexadecanone is found in cyanobacteria and can act as a model system for fatty acid synthesis.

Chemical properties

• Purity: Min. 95%