cis-5-Octen-1-ol

CAS: 64275-73-6

Ref. 3D-PCA27573

Product Information

• Name: cis-5-Octen-1-ol
• Synonyms: (5Z)-5-Octen-1-ol, (5Z)-oct-5-en-1-ol, (Z)-5-Octen-1-ol, (Z)-Oct-5-en-1-ol, 5-Octen-1-ol, (5Z)-, 5-Octen-1-ol, (Z)-, 5-Octen-1-ol, cis-, FEMA No. 3722, cis-5-Octenol
• CAS: 64275-73-6

Description

cis-5-Octen-1-ol is a chemical compound that is responsible for the odor of fresh cut grass. It can be found in plants as a metabolite of fatty acids and amines, and it serves as an osmoregulatory molecule for halophiles. cis-5-Octen-1-ol has been shown to activate the short chain fatty acid pathway in bacteria, leading to an increase in osmotic tolerance. This compound also functions as a pheromone that attracts insects, such as beetles and moths. cis-5-Octen-1-ol is a substrate molecule that interacts with enzymes in the biochemical system of Heterotrophic Black Beetle, Haitanensis.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 128.22 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₁₆O
• Purity: Min. 95%