γ-Hexalactone
γ-Hexalactone (γ-caprolactone) is a hydrophobic, neutral gamma butyrolactone lipid found in various foods and as a natural volatile in human biofluids like blood and urine. It serves as a potential biomarker in metabolomics and is used in research on flavor chemistry and endogenous metabolic pathways.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
695-06-7
Product Name Alternative
R-caprolactone, r-Hexalactone, γ-caprolactone, γHexalactone, γ-Hexalactone, γ Hexalactone, inhibit, Inhibitor, gamma-Hexalactone, gamma-caprolactone
Field of Research
Metabolism Research
Purity
97.37% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:30 mg/mL (262.84 mM) ;10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:2 mg/mL (17.52 mM)
Smiles
C (C) C1OC (=O) CC1
Molecular Formula
C6H10O2
Molecular Weight
114.14
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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