Compound Q&A
How is (9E,12E,15E)-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid (CAS: 68153-38-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
(9E,12E,15E)-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid can be synthesized through the hydrogenation of 9,12,15-heptatriacontatrienoic acid or through the reduction of (9Z,12Z,15Z)-9,12,15-heptatriacontatrienoic acid. Common catalysts include palladium on carbon or rhodium complexes. The yield is typically around 80-90%, and the process is carried out in the presence of a suitable solvent under controlled temperature and pressure conditions.
About
CAS No
68153-38-8
English Name
(9E,12E,15E)-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid
Molecular Formula
C18H30O2
Molecular Weight
278.4359999999999 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
