Methyl trans-vaccenate (CAS 6198-58-9)

Methyl trans-vaccenate, with the CAS number 6198-58-9, is a methyl ester of trans-vaccenic acid, which is a trans isomer of oleic acid. This compound is part of a broader class of fatty acid methyl esters that are important for various industrial and research applications. Structurally, methyl trans-vaccenate features a long carbon chain with a single trans double bond, which significantly influences its physical and chemical properties. In research, this compound is frequently used to study the impact of trans fatty acids on lipid properties and behaviors. Its trans configuration makes it a valuable model for understanding how fatty acid configuration affects lipid bilayers, including changes in fluidity and phase transitions, which are critical for applications ranging from food science to materials engineering. Moreover, methyl trans-vaccenate is utilized in the field of green chemistry as a potential feedstock for biodiesel production. The efficacy of its conversion through transesterification reactions, a process where triglycerides are converted to methyl esters and glycerol, is of particular interest. This research not only contributes to the development of renewable energy sources but also helps in understanding the environmental and operational impacts of using different fatty acid methyl esters in biodiesel blends, influencing fuel properties such as viscosity and combustion quality.