Heptadecanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, methyl ester

Heptadecanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, methyl ester - Names and Identifiers

Name	3-Hydroxyheptadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester
Synonyms	3-Hydroxyheptadecanoic acid methyl ester 3-Hydroxyheptadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester Heptadecanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, methyl ester
CAS	112538-92-8

Heptadecanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, methyl ester - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C18H36O3
Molar Mass	300.48
Density	0.918±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Boling Point	403.4±18.0 °C(Predicted)
pKa	13.91±0.20(Predicted)
Storage Condition	-20°C

Heptadecanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, methyl ester - Introduction

3-Hydroxyheptadecanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a compound with the chemical formula C18H36O3.

Nature:
Methyl 3-hydroxypimelate is a colorless liquid with characteristics similar to fatty esters. It is soluble in organic solvents such as chloroform and methylene chloride at normal temperature, but hardly soluble in water.

Use:
Methyl 3-hydroxypimelate has certain biological activity and can be used as a biological chiral auxiliary and a starting material for the synthesis of organic compounds. In addition, it can also be used for research in the chemical and pharmaceutical fields.

Preparation Method:
There are various methods for preparing methyl 3-hydroxypimelate. The common method is to react methyl pimelate with sulfoxide iodide, and then hydrolyze it.

Safety Information:
Methyl 3-hydroxypimelate is less toxic, but general laboratory safety practices should be followed, including the wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment (such as gloves, glasses, and laboratory coats), avoid contact with skin and eyes. Attention should be paid to fire prevention and ventilation during use. If ingestion or skin contact with large amounts of the compound, seek medical attention immediately and inform your doctor of the details of the compound.

Last Update：2024-04-10 22:29:15