Formulation: A solution in ethanol
Purity: ≥98%
Formula Markup: C12H22O2
Formula Weight: 198,3
Shelf life (days): 730
CAS Number: 2430-94-6
Notes: 5(Z)-Dodecenoic acid is a medium-chain unsaturated fatty acid. It is a precursor in the biosynthesis of the sex pheromone 5(Z)-dodecenal.{65134} 5(Z)-Dodecenoic acid levels are increased in culture medium from MCF-7 breast cancer cells compared to KMST-6 fibroblasts.{65135} Levels of 5(Z)-dodecenoic acid are increased in the plasma of patients with medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase (MCAD) deficiency, an inborn error of metabolism characterized by hypoketotic hypoglycemia, medium-chain dicarboxylic aciduria, and intolerance to fasting.{40631}