Compound Q&A
What is (2R)-2,3-Bis(stearoyloxy)propyl 2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl phosphate (CAS: 816-94-4)?
Answer
This compound is a phosphate ester with a chiral (2R) configuration, featuring two stearoyloxy groups attached to a propyl chain and a trimethylammonioethyl group. Its chemical formula is C26H51O7P, and it exhibits amphiphilic properties due to hydrophobic stearoyl chains and hydrophilic phosphate functionality. It is commonly used as a surfactant and emulsifier in various applications.
About
CAS No
816-94-4
English Name
(2R)-2,3-Bis(stearoyloxy)propyl 2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl phosphate
Molecular Formula
C44H88NO8P
Molecular Weight
790.15 g/mol
SMILES
O=P(OC[C@H](OC(CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)=O)COC(CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)=O)([O-])OCC[N+](C)(C)C
InChIKey
NRJAVPSFFCBXDT-HUESYALOSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
