Gamma-linolenic acid is a C18, omega-6 acid fatty acid comprising a linolenic acid having cis- double bonds at positions 6, 9 and 12. Among its listed roles, it functions as a human metabolite, a plant metabolite and a mouse metabolite. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a natural source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Gamolenic acid and Acidum gamolenicum. Its PubChem CID is 5280933.
Gamma-linolenic acid
| CAS No | 506-26-3 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C18H30O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 278.4 g/mol |
| Synonyms | (6Z,9Z,12Z)-octadeca-6,9,12-trienoic acid |
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Gamma-linolenic acid is a C18, omega-6 acid fatty acid comprising a linolenic acid having cis- double bonds at positions 6, 9 and 12. Among its listed roles, it functions as a human metabolite, a plant metabolite and a mouse metabolite.
The listed CAS number is 506-26-3.
The listed molecular formula is C18H30O2.
The listed molecular weight is 278.4 g/mol.
(6Z,9Z,12Z)-octadeca-6,9,12-trienoic acid.
The source lists Gamolenic acid and Acidum gamolenicum.