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trans-3-Hexenoic acid (CAS 1577-18-0)

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CAS Number:
1577-18-0
Molecular Weight:
114.14
Molecular Formula:
C6H10O2
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trans-3-Hexenoic acid is a monocarboxylic acid abundantly present in numerous plants. This unsaturated fatty acid serves as a significant dietary component. Furthermore, it finds applications as a food preservative and in the manufacturing of various chemicals. In the realm of scientific research, trans-3-Hexenoic acid holds promise across diverse domains, encompassing synthesis, investigation, and elucidation of mechanisms. In scientific research, trans-3-Hexenoic acid has proven valuable as a substrate for synthesizing a range of compounds, such as 3-Hexenoic acid esters and 3-Hexenoic acid amides. While the precise mechanism of action for trans-3-Hexenoic acid is not yet entirely understood, it is thought to exert its effects through the inhibition of fatty acid biosynthesis. Notably, it has demonstrated inhibitory activity against fatty acid synthase, an enzyme vital in fatty acid synthesis. Moreover, trans-3-Hexenoic acid has been observed to impede the activity of acetyl-CoA carboxylase, another key enzyme involved in fatty acid synthesis.


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trans-3-Hexenoic acid, 10 g

sc-229508
10 g
$49.00