Molecular structure of (R)-(−)-5-Hexen-2-ol, CAS Number: 17397-29-4
(R)-(−)-5-Hexen-2-ol (CAS 17397-29-4)
CAS Number:
17397-29-4
Molecular Weight:
100.16
Molecular Formula:
C6H12O
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(R)-(−)-5-Hexen-2-ol, a naturally occurring compound abundant in various plants, fungi, and bacteria, serves as a volatile organic compound (VOC). Scientific research extensively utilizes (R)-(−)-5-Hexen-2-ol due to its versatile nature. It is employed in the synthesis of other compounds, such as (−)-(−)-5-hexen-2-one. Furthermore, it contributes to the study of biological processes, such as the production of volatile organic compounds ((R)-(−)-5-Hexen-2-ols) and the metabolism of fatty acids. Although its exact mechanism of action remains incompletely understood, it is believed to inhibit the activity of enzymes involved in the production of (R)-(−)-5-Hexen-2-ols.
(R)-(−)-5-Hexen-2-ol (CAS 17397-29-4) References
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
(R)-(−)-5-Hexen-2-ol, 1 g | sc-229053 | 1 g | $168.00 |