Juniperic acid
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Juniperic acid or 16-hydroxyhexadecanoic acid is an omega-hydroxy long-chain fatty acid that is palmitic acid which is substituted at position 16 by a hydroxy group. Palmitic acid is converted to juniperic acid by cytochrome P450 various enzymes,[1] including CYP704B22.[2]
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16-Hydroxyhexadecanoic acid | |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.007.299 |
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C16H32O3 | |
Molar mass | 272.429 g·mol−1 |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Juniperic acid is a key monomer of cutin in the plant cuticle.[3] It has a role as a plant metabolite.