Compound Q&A
How is Methyl (9Z,12Z,15Z)-9,12,15-octadecatrienoate (CAS: 301-00-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl (9Z,12Z,15Z)-9,12,15-octadecatrienoate (CAS: 301-00-8) can be synthesized through the Wittig reaction, where methyl Grignard reagent is reacted with 9,12,15-octadecatrienal. Common catalysts include triphenylphosphine, and the reaction yields the target compound with high selectivity and good yield.
About
CAS No
301-00-8
English Name
Methyl (9Z,12Z,15Z)-9,12,15-octadecatrienoate
Molecular Formula
C19H32O2
Molecular Weight
292.46 g/mol
SMILES
CC/C=C\C/C=C\C/C=C\CCCCCCCC(=O)OC
InChIKey
DVWSXZIHSUZZKJ-YSTUJMKBSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-05 20:45
