Isostearic acid

Isostearic acid is a unique fatty acid. Isostearic acid promotes IL-1 release and Apoptosis. Isostearic acid has potent inflammatory properties. Isostearic acid can be used in pharmaceutical, personal care, and cosmetic applications[1][2].

Product Specifications

CAS Number

[2724-58-5]

UNSPSC

12352211

Hazard Statement

H302, H312, H332

Target

Apoptosis; Interleukin Related

Type

Natural Products

Related Pathways

Apoptosis; Immunology/Inflammation

Field of Research

Inflammation/Immunology

Assay Protocol

https://www.medchemexpress.com/isostearic-acid.html

Purity

99.08

Solubility

DMSO : 100 mg/mL (ultrasonic)

Smiles

CC(C)CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O

Molecular Formula

C18H36O2

Molecular Weight

284.48

Precautions

H302, H312, H332

References & Citations

[1]Bahar Riazi, et al. Life Cycle Environmental and Cost Implications of Isostearic Acid Production for Pharmaceutical and Personal Care Products.|[2]Straß S, et al. Isostearic acid is an active component of imiquimod formulations used to induce psoriaform disease models. Inflammopharmacology. 2023 Apr;31 (2) :799-812.