Compound Q&A
How is 3-(2,3-Dihydroxypropoxy)-2-hydroxypropyl stearate (CAS: 12694-22-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-(2,3-Dihydroxypropoxy)-2-hydroxypropyl stearate is typically synthesized by esterification of stearic acid with 2,3-dihydroxypropyl alcohol using an acid catalyst such as sulfuric acid. The reaction is carried out under mild conditions, and the product is purified by recrystallization. The yield is typically around 90%.
About
CAS No
12694-22-3
English Name
3-(2,3-Dihydroxypropoxy)-2-hydroxypropyl stearate
Molecular Formula
C24H48O6
Molecular Weight
432.64 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(COCC(CO)O)O
InChIKey
DUUKZBGYNMHUHO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-07 10:17
