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2,6,10-Trimethyldodecane

Catalog No.: GD13151Synonyms: 2,6,10-Trimethyldodecane;Hemisqualane
COASDSData Sheet
Farnesane (2,6,10-Trimethyldodecane; Hemisqualane) is an isoprenoid derivative.

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2,6,10-Trimethyldodecane
Cas No.: 3891-98-3
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Description

Farnesane (2,6,10-Trimethyldodecane; Hemisqualane) is an isoprenoid derivative. Farnesane can be used to modulate juvenile hormone activity in insects[1].

References:
[1].Bowers, W. S., & Thompson, M. J. (1963). Juvenile Hormone Activity: Effects of Isoprenoid and Straight-Chain Alcohols on Insects. Science (New York, N.Y.), 142(3598), 1469–1470.

Product Documents

Appearance:A liquid
COASDSData Sheet

Chemical Properties

CAS No.
3891-98-3
Synonyms
2,6,10-Trimethyldodecane;Hemisqualane
Molecular Formula
C15H32
Molecular Weight
212.41
Storage
Store at room temperature
General tips
Select a suitable solvent according to the product solubility data. Once prepared, aliquot the stock solution to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Use stock solutions within 6 months when stored at -80°C or within 1 month when stored at -20°C.
To improve solubility, warm the tube to 37°C and sonicate it for an appropriate period.
Shipping Condition
Evaluation samples are shipped with blue ice. Other available sizes are shipped at room temperature or with blue ice upon request.

CalculatorsMolarity / Dilution / Molecular Weight / Unit Conversion / In Vivo Formulation / Solubility

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