Linolein
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IUPAC name Tri-O-[(9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoyl]glycerol | |
Systematic IUPAC name Propane-1,2,3-triyl tri[(9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate] | |
Other names Trilinolein; Glyceryl trilinoleate; Glycerol trilinoleate | |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.007.880 |
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Chemical formula | C57H98O6 |
Molar mass | 879.405 g·mol−1 |
Density | 0.925 g/mL at 20 °C |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa). N verify (what is YN ?) Infobox references |
Chemical compound
Linolein is a triglyceride in which glycerol is esterified with linoleic acid. It's a primary constituent of sunflower oil and multiple other vegetable fats. It is used in the manufacturing of biodiesel. Linolein is also an ingredient in some cosmetic products.
See also
References
- ^ Glyceryl trilinoleate at Sigma-Aldrich