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1-Lauroyl-rac-glycerol (CAS 142-18-7)

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Alternate Names:
Glyceryl monolaurate
Application:
1-Lauroyl-rac-glycerol is a mono-ester with antibacterial and antiviral properties
CAS Number:
142-18-7
Molecular Weight:
274.40
Molecular Formula:
C15H30O4
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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1-Lauroyl-rac-glycerol, also known as 2,3-dihydroxypropyl dodecanoate or sodium bis(trimethylsilyl)acetamide, is the mono-ester formed form glycerol and lauric acid. The compound has shown to have antibacterial, antiviral, and other antimicrobial effects in vitro. 1-Lauroyl-rac-glycerol is a white, crystalline solid widely employed as a reagent in organic synthesis. This strong base exhibits solubility in organic solvents. Its various laboratory applications include the creation of organometallic compounds, the synthesis of organic compounds, and the catalytic hydrogenation of organic compounds.


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1-Lauroyl-rac-glycerol, 1 g

sc-206173
1 g
$140.00