Ammonium heptadecanoate
chemical compound
Ammonium heptadecanoate is a chemical compound with the chemical formula C17H33O2NH4. This is an organic ammonium salt of heptadecanoic acid (margaric acid).
Synthesis
Ammonium heptadecanoate is synthesized through the reaction of margaric acid with ammonia. This reaction involves dissolving the acid in a solvent and then adding an ammonia solution to prepare the salt. The resulting compound can be obtained through recrystallization.
Physical properties
Ammonium heptadecanoate typically appears as a waxy solid and is soluble in water.
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