R-(3)-Hydroxymyristic Acid, Methyl Ester (CAS 76062-97-0)

R-(3)-Hydroxymyristic Acid, Methyl Ester, identified by CAS number 76062-97-0, is a methyl ester derivative of hydroxymyristic acid, where the hydroxyl group is specifically located at the third carbon of the myristic acid chain. This molecular configuration makes it a compound of interest primarily in the field of organic chemistry and biochemistry research, focusing on the study of fatty acid metabolism and the synthesis of complex lipids. The R-configuration indicates the molecule′s chirality, which is crucial in studies related to the stereochemical properties of bioactive molecules. In research contexts, this compound has been utilized to explore the enzymatic processes involving hydroxy fatty acids, particularly those related to the biosynthesis and breakdown of lipid structures in microbial systems. The presence of the methyl ester group enhances the compound′s volatility and solubility in organic solvents, making it easier to handle and analyze using techniques such as gas chromatography and mass spectrometry. This has allowed scientists to investigate the metabolic pathways in which these types of modified fatty acids participate, and to study their role in cellular signaling and membrane dynamics. Additionally, the specific structure of R-(3)-Hydroxymyristic Acid, Methyl Ester helps in the synthesis of more complex molecules that mimic natural bioactive compounds, providing insights into the interaction of lipids with other biological molecules.