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AB47832

506-30-9 | Arachidic acid

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1g 97% in stock $20.00 $14.00 -   +
5g 97% in stock $33.00 $23.00 -   +
25g 97% in stock $90.00 $63.00 -   +
100g 97% in stock $259.00 $181.00 -   +
500g 97% in stock $1,179.00 $825.00 -   +

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Description
Catalog Number: AB47832
Chemical Name: Arachidic acid
CAS Number: 506-30-9
Molecular Formula: C20H40O2
Molecular Weight: 312.5304
MDL Number: MFCD00002755
SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O
NSC Number: 93983

 

Computed Properties
Complexity: 226  
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1  
Heavy Atom Count: 22  
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2  
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1  
Rotatable Bond Count: 18  
XLogP3: 8.5  

 

 

Upstream Synthesis Route 
  • Eicosanoic acid, also known as arachidic acid, is a long-chain saturated fatty acid with 20 carbon atoms. In chemical synthesis, eicosanoic acid finds a wide range of applications due to its unique properties and reactivity. One key application is in the production of surfactants and emulsifiers, where it acts as a crucial building block for creating stable emulsions in various industries such as personal care products, food, and pharmaceuticals.Moreover, eicosanoic acid is utilized in the synthesis of esters, which are commonly employed as flavoring agents in the food industry and as fragrance components in the cosmetics industry. Its ability to undergo esterification reactions makes it a valuable precursor for generating a diverse range of compounds with different functionalities.Furthermore, eicosanoic acid can serve as a starting material for the synthesis of polymers, particularly in the production of biodegradable polymers and bioplastics. By incorporating eicosanoic acid into polymer chains, researchers can tailor the properties of the resulting materials to meet specific requirements for various applications, including packaging materials and biomedical devices.In summary, the versatility of eicosanoic acid in chemical synthesis makes it a valuable compound for creating a wide array of products ranging from surfactants and esters to polymers with diverse functionalities and applications.
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