CAS No. 538-23-8

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Glycerol Tri-n-octanoate Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the Glycerol Tri-n-octanoate product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

CAS Number 538-23-8
Molecular Formula

C27H50O6
Molecular Weight (MW) 470.68
SMILES CCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(COC(=O)CCCCCCC)OC(=O)CCCCCCC

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Biological Activity

Glycerol Tri-n-octanoate (tricaprylin) is a medium-chain triglyceride that serves as a key substrate for lipid metabolism and ketone body generation. Upon enzymatic hydrolysis into glycerol and octanoic acid, octanoic acid rapidly undergoes mitochondrial β-oxidation, elevating cellular acetyl-CoA levels and enhancing ketone body synthesis. This activation of fatty acid oxidation pathways provides an alternative energy substrate for cellular and metabolic research.

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Solubility

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FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).

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Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.