7-Hydroxyoctanoic acid

CAS: 17173-14-7

Ref. 3D-SAA17314

Product Information

• Name: 7-Hydroxyoctanoic acid
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 7-Hydroxyloctanoic acid is a fatty acid that is naturally present in the human body. It is also found in dairy products and some vegetables. 7-Hydroxyoctanoic acid can be converted to isocaproic acid by the enzyme 3-hydroxyacyl coenzyme A dehydrogenase (HAD). HAD deficiency can lead to the accumulation of 7-hydroxyloctanoic acid, which may cause symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, and mental confusion. The conversion of 7-hydroxyloctanoic acid to isocaproic acid is important for the production of energy from fats, so an HAD deficiency can lead to low levels of energy production.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 160.21 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₁₆O₃
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Clear Liquid