Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (E,Z)-3,13-Octadecadienyl acetate (CAS: 53120-26-6)?
Answer
(E,Z)-3,13-Octadecadienyl acetate is a liquid at room temperature. It has a molecular weight of approximately 284.39 g/mol. This compound is moderately soluble in common organic solvents like ethanol and acetone but less soluble in water. It is relatively stable under normal conditions but may undergo hydrolysis in the presence of water. It is reactive towards bases and behaves as an ester, which can affect its reactivity in certain chemical reactions.
About
CAS No
53120-26-6
English Name
(E,Z)-3,13-Octadecadienyl acetate
Molecular Formula
C20H36O2
Molecular Weight
308.51 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCC=CCCCCCCCCC=CCCOC(=O)C
InChIKey
VVJPJXKHBZNADP-ZSTZHTMOSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-04-01 19:31
