Cholesteryl 10-undecenoate (CAS 30948-01-7)

Cholesteryl 10-undecenoate is a cholesterol ester synthesized by esterifying cholesterol with 10-undecenoic acid, a monounsaturated fatty acid. This ester is particularly valuable in research due to its amphiphilic properties, which allow it to integrate into lipid bilayers while also facilitating functionalization through its unsaturated carbon chain. In studies focused on surface chemistry and material science, cholesteryl 10-undecenoate has been used to create functionalized lipid monolayers and bilayers, offering insights into membrane organization and the behavior of lipophilic compounds at interfaces. Furthermore, its self-assembling properties have made it an interesting subject in the development of structured lipid systems and nanoparticles. The unsaturation in its fatty acid chain enables it to act as a platform for further chemical modifications, such as polymerization, providing a versatile foundation for synthesizing hybrid materials. Researchers often employ cholesteryl 10-undecenoate to understand the impact of cholesterol esters on lipid raft formation and membrane fluidity, thereby elucidating the complex dynamics of lipid-protein interactions. By studying this compound, scientists can gain deeper insights into the molecular architecture of lipid structures, their influence on membrane-bound protein function, and the role of esterified cholesterol in cellular processes.