
Catalog Number	AR00EBUW
Chemical Name	14-Methylhexadecanoic acid
CAS Number	5918-29-6
Molecular Formula	C17H34O2
Molecular Weight	270.4507
MDL Number	MFCD00214328
SMILES	CCC(CCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O)C

Anteisoheptadecanoic acid, a branched-chain fatty acid with 17 carbon atoms, plays a crucial role in chemical synthesis as a versatile building block. Due to its unique structure, it is commonly used in the preparation of various organic compounds and serves as a precursor in the synthesis of specialized lipids, detergents, and pharmaceuticals. In chemical reactions, anteisoheptadecanoic acid can undergo esterification, oxidation, and reduction processes to yield a wide range of derivatives with diverse functionalities. Its ability to participate in these reactions makes it an essential component in the creation of novel molecules with tailored properties for industrial and research applications. Additionally, anteisoheptadecanoic acid's distinct molecular structure offers a platform for designing new synthetic pathways and exploring the potential of branched-chain fatty acids in organic chemistry.