11-Hexadecenoic acid, (11Z)- - Names and Identifiers
11-Hexadecenoic acid, (11Z)- - Physico-chemical Properties
Molecular Formula | C16H30O2
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Molar Mass | 254.41 |
Density | 0.905±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
Boling Point | 140 °C(Press: 0.015 Torr) |
Solubility | Chloroform (Slightly), Ethyl Acetate (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly) |
Appearance | Oil |
Color | Clear Colourless |
pKa | 4.78±0.10(Predicted) |
Storage Condition | Refrigerator |
11-Hexadecenoic acid, (11Z)- - Introduction
Hexadecenoic acid, Z-11- (Hexadecenoic acid, Z-11-) is an organic compound with the chemical formula C16H30O2. It is an unsaturated fatty acid, where Z-11 indicates that the compound is present in a lateral (clockwise) configuration.
This compound is mainly found in plants and insects, especially the sex information of butterflies and moths, and has important biological activities and chemical properties. It plays a defensive role in plants and can cause long-distance recognition and positioning behavior of insects.
In the laboratory, Hexadecenoic acid, Z-11-can be prepared by chemical synthesis-. Common synthetic methods include aldehyde-lithium coupling reaction, masking reaction, etc.
Hexadecenoic acid, Z-11-has a wide range of applications in agriculture. It is used as a raw material for the synthesis and modulation of insect sex pheromones, and for the production of sex attractants, attractants and quasi-attractants for pest control. In addition, it can also be used for insect identification and species identification in insect behavior and ecology research.
Regarding safety information, Hexadecenoic acid, Z-11-generally considered to be a low-toxic substance with no obvious harm to human health. However, when using, it is still recommended to take necessary safety measures, such as wearing protective gloves and glasses. Avoid inhaling its gas or contact with skin and eyes. In case of accidental contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Last Update:2024-04-10 22:29:15