Product Description: Δ2-cis Eicosenoic acid is an α,β-unsaturated fatty acid that has been extracted from fresh water clams and purified. A related compound, 2-octadecenoic acid, has been shown to improve liver function and decrease blood sugar in streptozocin-induced diabetic rats. Δ2-cis Eicosenoic acid and its salts have potential medicinal use for treating diabetes and improving lipid metabolism.
Applications: COVID-19-immunoregulation
Formula: C20H38O2
References: [1]Iwamura, et al. Medicinal use of α,β-unsaturated fatty acids. App. 377,407, 1-5 (1984).
CAS Number: 93772-82-8
Molecular Weight: 310.51
Research Area: Infection
Target: Others