Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of (9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoic acid (CAS: 60-33-3)?
Answer
(9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoic acid is widely used in pharmaceuticals as an anti-inflammatory agent. It also finds applications in the food industry as a component of certain oils and in research for studying lipid metabolism and cellular signaling. Additionally, it is used in industrial processes for producing specialty chemicals and coatings.
About
CAS No
60-33-3
English Name
(9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoic acid
Molecular Formula
C18H32O2
Molecular Weight
280.45 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCC/C=C\C/C=C\CCCCCCCC(=O)O
InChIKey
OYHQOLUKZRVURQ-HZJYTTRNSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
