Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid (CAS: 27924-99-8)?
Answer
12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry as a precursor for drug synthesis, in cosmetics for its skin care benefits, and in research for studying lipid metabolism and signaling pathways. It is also utilized in food additives for its antioxidant properties.
About
CAS No
27924-99-8
English Name
12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C18H36O3
Molecular Weight
300.48 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCC(CCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O)O
InChIKey
ULQISTXYYBZJSJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-24 11:59
