Compound Q&A
How is (R)-2-(oleoyloxy)-3-(palmitoyloxy)propyl (2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl) phosphate (CAS: 26853-31-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
(R)-2-(Oleoyloxy)-3-(palmitoyloxy)propyl (2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl) phosphate is synthesized through a series of reactions involving transesterification and phosphorylation steps. The compound is typically prepared using a combination of oleic acid, palmitic acid, and trimethylamine as starting materials. The synthesis involves careful control of pH and temperature to achieve high yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
26853-31-6
English Name
(R)-2-(oleoyloxy)-3-(palmitoyloxy)propyl (2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl) phosphate
Molecular Formula
C42H82NO8P
Molecular Weight
760.1 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(COP(=O)([O-])OCC[N+](C)(C)C)OC(=O)CCCCCCCC=CCCCCCCCC
InChIKey
WTJKGGKOPKCXLL-VYOBOKEXSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
