Stearic acid
Stearic acid is a saturated fatty acid with diverse research applications. It has demonstrated potential in reducing metastatic tumor burden and visceral fat through preadipocyte apoptosis. Furthermore, it acts as a phosphatase 1B inhibitor, modulates insulin signaling, and serves as a gelator in pharmaceutical formulations, making it relevant for metabolic, cancer, and materials science research.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
57-11-4
Product Name Alternative
Cetylacetic acid, Octadecanoic acid, EndogenousMetabolite, Endogenous Metabolite, Stearic acid, Tyrosine Phosphatase 1B
Field of Research
Metabolism Research, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery
Purity
99.31% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:16.7 mg/mL (58.7 mM)
Smiles
O=C (O) CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC
Molecular Formula
C18H36O2
Molecular Weight
284.48
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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