Compound Q&A
How is (9Z)-(~13~C_18_)-9-Octadecenoic acid (CAS: 287100-82-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
(9Z)-(~13~C_18_)-9-Octadecenoic acid can be synthesized through the reduction of 9-octadecenal using hydrogen and a catalyst like palladium on carbon. Another method involves the direct reduction of oleic acid. The synthesis typically yields a high selectivity towards the 9-position, with a yield of around 85-90%, depending on the reaction conditions.
About
CAS No
287100-82-7
English Name
(9Z)-(~13~C_18_)-9-Octadecenoic acid
Molecular Formula
13C18H34O2
Molecular Weight
300.33 g/mol
SMILES
[13CH3][13CH2][13CH2][13CH2][13CH2][13CH2][13CH2][13CH2]/[13CH]=[13CH]\[13CH2][13CH2][13CH2][13CH2][13CH2][13CH2][13CH2][13C](=O)O
InChIKey
ZQPPMHVWECSIRJ-IGBBIXMTSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-05 06:57
