Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (9E,12E,15E)-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid (CAS: 68153-38-8)?
Answer
(9E,12E,15E)-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a specific gravity of 0.916 and a molecular weight of approximately 264.44 g/mol. It has a limited solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound is relatively stable under normal conditions but can react with strong oxidizing agents. It is not inherently flammable but should be handled with care due to its reactivity.
About
CAS No
68153-38-8
English Name
(9E,12E,15E)-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid
Molecular Formula
C18H30O2
Molecular Weight
278.44 g/mol
EINECS
268-884-2
SMILES
CC/C=C/C/C=C/C/C=C/CCCCCCCC(=O)O
InChIKey
DTOSIQBPPRVQHS-IUQGRGSQSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-10 12:21
