Compound Q&A
How is Sunflower oil (CAS: 8001-21-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
Sunflower oil (CAS: 8001-21-6) is obtained through the extraction of oil from sunflower seeds. This process involves pressing or solvent extraction. The oil can also be produced through chemical synthesis, but this is less common. Chemical synthesis methods often involve transesterification of sunflower seed oil with methanol in the presence of a catalyst like sodium hydroxide.
About
CAS No
8001-21-6
English Name
Sunflower oil
Molecular Formula
C16H15N3
Molecular Weight
249.310403108597 g/mol
EINECS
232-273-9
SMILES
N12C(N)=NCC1C1C=CC=CC=1CC1C=CC=CC2=1
InChIKey
WHWZLSFABNNENI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
