1-O,3-O-Dioctanoyl-L-glycerol

1-O,3-O-Dioctanoyl-L-glycerol - Names and Identifiers

Name	1,3-DIOCTANOYLGLYCEROL (C8:0)
Synonyms	1,3-Dioctanoylglycerol 1,3-dicapryloylglycerol Glycerol 1,3-bisoctanoate 1-O,3-O-Dioctanoyl-L-glycerol Octanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-1,3-propanediyl ester Dioctanoic acid 2-hydroxy-1,3-propanediyl ester
CAS	1429-66-9

1-O,3-O-Dioctanoyl-L-glycerol - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C19H36O5
Molar Mass	344.49
Density	0.992±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Melting Point	<4 °C
Boling Point	439.9±12.0 °C(Predicted)
Solubility	Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
Appearance	Solid
Color	Colourless Oil to Low Melting
pKa	12?+-.0.20(Predicted)
Storage Condition	−20°C

1-O,3-O-Dioctanoyl-L-glycerol - Introduction

1,3-dioctanoylglycerol (C8:0)(1,3-dioctanoylglycerol) is a chemical substance with the following properties:

-Appearance: 1,3-dioctanoylglycerol is a colorless to pale yellow oily liquid.
-Solubility: It dissolves in polar solvents (such as ethanol, methanol) and does not dissolve in non-polar solvents (such as n-hexane).

1,3-dioctanoylglycerol has a variety of uses in the food and pharmaceutical industries, including:

-Fat substitute: Due to its special structure, it can be used as a synthetic fat to replace natural fat, and is used as a stabilizer, thickener and foam agent in some food products.
-Nutritional supplement: As a glyceride, 1,3-dioctanoylglycerol can be used by the body in the metabolic process and is considered to have some potential nutritional supplement effects.

The method of preparing 1,3-dioctanoylglycerol can be achieved by esterification. A common method is the esterification reaction using octanoic acid and glycerol to give 1,3-dioctanoylglycerol.

Regarding its safety information, the current toxicity and safety studies of 1,3-dioctanoylglycerol are relatively limited. However, as an additive used in the food and pharmaceutical industries, it should comply with the food safety regulations and standards of the relevant countries and regions. When using, it is recommended to follow the relevant use instructions and safe operating procedures. In any case, it is recommended to conduct a comprehensive evaluation and testing to ensure its applicability and safety.

Last Update：2024-04-09 21:54:55