Arachidic acid
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| Synonyms: | Arachidic acid;Icosanoic acid;EICOSANOIC ACID;506-30-9;Arachic acid;n-Eicosanoic acid;Arachidinic acid;arachidate;eicosanoate;NSC 93983;Arachinsaeure;PQB8MJD4RB;UNII-PQB8MJD4RB;CHEBI:28822;Elcosanoic Acid;C20:0;eicosatrienoic-acid | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Compound ID: | NMPC-591 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Molecular Formula: | C20H40O2 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Canonical SMILES: | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| InChIKey: | VKOBVWXKNCXXDE-UHFFFAOYSA-N | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| About the compound: | Arachidic acid, also known as icosanoic acid, is a saturated long-chain fatty acid with a 20-carbon backbone. Here are some key points about arachidic acid: Chemical Structure: Arachidic acid is a straight-chain saturated fatty acid. It consists of 20 carbon atoms (C20) in its hydrocarbon chain, hence the name "icosanoic acid." The chemical formula for arachidic acid is typically written as CH₃(CH₂)₁₈COOH. Natural Occurrence: Arachidic acid is found naturally in various plant oils, although it is present in relatively minor amounts. It is a minor constituent of oils such as peanut oil, corn oil, and cocoa butter. Plant Metabolite: Arachidic acid is classified as a plant metabolite, indicating that it is a compound produced as part of the metabolic processes in plants. It is one of the fatty acids present in the lipids of plant tissues. Derivation: The name "arachidic" is derived from the Latin word "arachis," which means peanut. This is because arachidic acid is found in peanuts. Uses: Arachidic acid has various industrial applications. It is used in the production of detergents, photographic materials, and lubricants. Additionally, it can be hydrogenated to form arachidyl alcohol. Salts and Esters: The salts and esters of arachidic acid are known as arachidates. These compounds may have specific applications in different industries. Hydrogenation: Arachidic acid can be formed by the hydrogenation of another fatty acid called arachidonic acid. Overall, arachidic acid is a saturated fatty acid that, while present in small amounts in certain natural oils, finds use in various industrial processes and applications. GHS Hazard Statements • H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation] • H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation] • H335 (80.65%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation] |
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| Source Species: |
Croton penduliflorus Mucuna sloanei Musa paradisiaca Persea americana |