Hexadecanoic acid, 12-oxo-, also known as 12-oxopalmitic acid, is a naturally occurring organic compound with the chemical formula C15H30O3. It is a derivative of palmitic acid, a common saturated fatty acid found in various plants and animals. The molecule consists of a 16-carbon chain with a carbonyl group (C=O) at the 12th position, making it a keto fatty acid. Hexadecanoic acid, 12-oxo- is of interest in the field of lipid metabolism and has been studied for its potential role in various biological processes, including energy production and cell signaling. It is also used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of other compounds and as a research tool in scientific studies.
The CAS Registry Mumber 2177-95-9 includes 7 digits separated into 3 groups by hyphens. The first part of the number,starting from the left, has 4 digits, 2,1,7 and 7 respectively; the second part has 2 digits, 9 and 5 respectively. Calculate Digit Verification of CAS Registry Number 2177-95: (6*2)+(5*1)+(4*7)+(3*7)+(2*9)+(1*5)=89 89 % 10 = 9 So 2177-95-9 is a valid CAS Registry Number.