Ethyl (2R,3R)-2-Amino-3-hydrox-decaoct-4E-enoate-13C2

Ethyl (2R,3R)-2-Amino-3-hydrox-decaoct-4E-enoate-13C2 is a chemically synthesized derivative of a naturally occurring fatty acid, specifically designed for advanced research applications. This molecule has been isotopically labeled with carbon-13 (^13C) at specific positions, enhancing its utility in spectroscopic studies such as nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and mass spectrometry, allowing researchers to trace and analyze metabolic pathways with high precision. The (2R,3R) stereochemistry indicates that this compound has specific chiral centers, making it an interesting candidate for studies focusing on the stereochemical aspects of biological interactions and synthetic transformations. The ethyl ester group in the molecule increases its solubility in organic solvents, facilitating its use in various experimental setups, particularly those involving lipid membranes or organic synthesis. The presence of an amino group and a hydroxyl group provides additional functional handles for chemical modifications or for forming bonds with other molecules, which is crucial in polymer science and in the formation of complex lipid assemblies. This compound′s unsaturation (indicated by the ′4E-enoate′) and the precise positioning of isotopic labels make it particularly useful for studying the dynamics and structure of unsaturated lipids in model systems, offering insights into the properties of membranes and the effects of unsaturation on lipid behavior.