Fig. 1 · Structure
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8(Z)-Eicosenoic acid
Cat. No.
A74536
CAS
76261-96-6
Endogenous Metabolite
8(Z)-Eicosenoic acid is a cis-unsaturated free fatty acid that serves as an endogenous metabolite. This 20-carbon chain fatty acid potentiates acetylcholine receptor channel currents without causing depression and enhances the phosphorylation of protein kinase C epsilon (PKCε) substrates in Xenopus oocytes. It represents approximately 6% of the fatty acid composition in seed oil derived from Bursera collina, making it significant for studies in fatty acid metabolism and receptor pharmacology.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Adooq Bioscience |
|---|---|
| Actions | Substrate |
| CAS Number | 76261-96-6 |
| Applications | Endogenous Metabolite |
| Formula | C20H38O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 310.51 |
| Synonyms | cis-8-Eicosenoic acid |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCC/C=C\CCCCCCC(O)=O |
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Reported Solubility
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Storage
Store powder at -20°C, keep desiccated.
In powder form, the chemical is stable for 36 months.
In solution, store at -20°C and use within 1 month to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.