Description
.DELTA.2-trans Eicosenoic acid is an α,β-unsaturated fatty acid that is a bi-product of the synthesis of .DELTA.2-cis eicosenoic acid. .DELTA.2-cis eicosenoic acid and its salts have potential medical use for treating diabetes and improving lipid metabolism. A related compound, 2-octadecenoic acid, has been shown to improve liver function and decrease blood sugar in streptozocin-induced diabetic rats.{13726}
Formal name: 2E-eicosenoic acid
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Molecular weight: 310.5
CAS: 2127095-72-9
Purity: ≥98%
Formulation: A crystalline solid
Product Type|Biochemicals|Lipids|Fatty Acids||Research Area|Lipid Biochemistry|Fatty Acids