CAS No. 112-05-0
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Nonanoic acid
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C9H18O2 |
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| Molecular Weight (MW) | 158.24 |
Nonanoic acid is a naturally occurring medium-chain saturated fatty acid that acts as a cellular membrane disruptor and metabolic modulator. It integrates into phospholipid bilayers, altering cell membrane fluidity and permeability, which disrupts transmembrane gradient dynamics. Downstream effects include loss of membrane integrity, inhibition of microbial cellular respiration, and rapid induction of phytotoxic necrosis in targeted plant tissues. [1]
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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).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.