Compound Q&A
How is Lactonic Sophorolipid (CAS: 148409-20-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
Lactonic Sophorolipid is typically synthesized through a fermentation process utilizing Candida utilis, a yeast species, where it ferments glucose to produce sophorolipids. These can be further transformed into lactonic sophorolipids through a lactonization reaction using a strong acid catalyst, such as concentrated sulfuric acid. The process yields high selectivity and is known for its high efficiency and low environmental impact.
About
CAS No
148409-20-5
English Name
Lactonic Sophorolipid
Molecular Formula
C34H56O14
Molecular Weight
688.8000 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)OC[C@H]1O[C@H]2O[C@H]3[C@H](O[C@@H](C)CCCCCC/C=C/CCCCCCCC(=O)O[C@H]1[C@@H]([C@H]2O)O)O[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]3O)O)COC(=O)C
InChIKey
OGTXYHUVJIPSDT-NQYXFMOLSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-27 19:31
