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3-Hydroxysebacic acid

Also known as 3-hydroxy-sebacic acid, 3-Hydroxydecanedioic acid, 3-Hydroxy Sebacic Acid

CAS 73141-46-5Formula C10H18O5Molar mass 218.25 g/molEC 998-883-9
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 1 supplier listed
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3-Hydroxysebacic acid chemical structure, C10H18O5, CAS 73141-46-5
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
73141-46-5
Formula
C10H18O5
Molar mass
218.25 g/mol
EC number
998-883-9
HS code
291819
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is 3-Hydroxysebacic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

3-hydroxysebacic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid that is decanedioic (sebacic) acid carrying a hydroxy substituent at position 3. It has a role as a human urinary metabolite. It is a dicarboxylic fatty acid, an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid and a 3-hydroxy carboxylic acid. It is functionally related to a sebacic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a 3-hydroxysebacate and a 3-hydroxysebacate(2-).

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
3-hydroxydecanedioic acid
CAS number
73141-46-5Other or deprecated CAS: 68812-93-1
EC number
998-883-9
Molecular formula
C10H18O5
UNII
6X0JEZ4U1Y
InChIKey
OQYZCCKCJQWHIE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C10H18O5/c11-8(7-10(14)15)5-3-1-2-4-6-9(12)13/h8,11H,1-7H2,(H,12,13)(H,14,15)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(CCCC(=O)O)CCC(CC(=O)O)O

Synonyms

  • 3-hydroxy-sebacic acid
  • 3-Hydroxydecanedioic acid
  • 3-Hydroxy Sebacic Acid
  • 3-hydroxy-decanedioic acid
  • 3-Hydroxysebacate
  • Hydroxysebacic acid
  • 3-hydroxyse-bacic acid
  • 3-Hydroxydecanedioicacid
  • Decanedioic acid, hydroxy-

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
218.25 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
218.1154 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.25calc.
Topological polar surface area
94.83 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
9calc.
Heavy atoms
15calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.8calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H315Causes skin irritation.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements (9)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • human urinary metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite

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 3-Hydroxysebacic acid is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for 3-Hydroxysebacic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 3-Hydroxysebacic acid, based on the data on this page

What is 3-Hydroxysebacic acid?

3-hydroxysebacic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid that is decanedioic (sebacic) acid carrying a hydroxy substituent at position 3. It has a role as a human urinary metabolite. It is a dicarboxylic fatty acid, an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid and a 3-hydroxy carboxylic acid.

What is the CAS number of 3-Hydroxysebacic acid?

The CAS registry number of 3-Hydroxysebacic acid is 73141-46-5. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 68812-93-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 3-Hydroxysebacic acid?

The molecular formula of 3-Hydroxysebacic acid is C10H18O5 and its molar mass is 218.25 g/mol.

What is 3-Hydroxysebacic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of 3-Hydroxysebacic acid include building blocks in research and laboratory, animal metabolite, eukaryotic metabolite, human metabolite, human urinary metabolite and 2 more.

Is 3-Hydroxysebacic acid hazardous?

3-Hydroxysebacic acid carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 3-Hydroxysebacic acid?

3-Hydroxysebacic acid is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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