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16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol

Also known as (2E,6E,10E,14E)-2,6,10,14-tetramethylhexadeca-2,6,10,14-tetraene-1,16-diol, omega-hydroxygeranylgeraniol, 16-hydroxy-(2E,6E,10E)-geranylgeraniol

CAS 79577-80-3Formula C20H34O2Molar mass 306.49 g/mol
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16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol chemical structure, C20H34O2, CAS 79577-80-3
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
79577-80-3
Formula
C20H34O2
Molar mass
306.49 g/mol
HS code
290539
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Omega-hydroxygeranylgeraniol is a diterpenoid obtained by hydroxylation of one of the terminal methyl groups of geranylgeraniol. It is a glycol, a diterpenoid and a polyprenol. It is functionally related to an (E,E,E)-geranylgeraniol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2E,6E,10E,14E)-2,6,10,14-tetramethylhexadeca-2,6,10,14-tetraene-1,16-diol
CAS number
79577-80-3
Molecular formula
C20H34O2
InChIKey
CLOPQFCHWDTGFD-BMTMAWCHSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H34O2/c1-17(10-6-12-19(3)14-15-21)8-5-9-18(2)11-7-13-20(4)16-22/h9-10,13-14,21-22H,5-8,11-12,15-16H2,1-4H3/b17-10+,18-9+,19-14+,20-13+
Canonical SMILES
CC(=CCCC(C)=CCCC(C)=CCCC(C)=CCO)CO
Isomeric SMILES
C/C(=C\CC/C(=C/CO)/C)/CC/C=C(\C)/CC/C=C(\C)/CO

Synonyms

  • (2E,6E,10E,14E)-2,6,10,14-tetramethylhexadeca-2,6,10,14-tetraene-1,16-diol
  • omega-hydroxygeranylgeraniol
  • 16-hydroxy-(2E,6E,10E)-geranylgeraniol

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
306.49 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
306.2559 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
5.1calc.
Topological polar surface area
40.46 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
11calc.
Heavy atoms
22calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.6calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

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Safety and hazards

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol is traded under.

HS 2905.39Indicative HS code

Diols, other

World exports in 2024
$1.92B
−3.5% vs 2023, imports $2B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China22.3%
  2. United States17.9%
  3. Germany16.1%
Top importers
  1. Germany12.0%
  2. China11.3%
  3. South Korea10.5%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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Frequently asked questions

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What is 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol?

Omega-hydroxygeranylgeraniol is a diterpenoid obtained by hydroxylation of one of the terminal methyl groups of geranylgeraniol. It is a glycol, a diterpenoid and a polyprenol. It is functionally related to an (E,E,E)-geranylgeraniol.

What is the CAS number of 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol?

The CAS registry number of 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol is 79577-80-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol?

The molecular formula of 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol is C20H34O2 and its molar mass is 306.49 g/mol.

What is 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol used for?

Known uses and roles of 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol?

16-Hydroxygeranylgeraniol is usually classified under HS code 290539 (Diols, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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