Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-11-19 05:00:29 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:08:03 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0033723
Metabolite Identification
Common NameUndecalactone
DescriptionUndecalactone is a lactone, specifically a cyclic ester, that plays a role as a metabolite in various biological pathways. Its chemical structure features a 11-membered ring formed by the esterification of undecanoic acid, contributing to its characteristic aroma and flavor properties. Undecalactone has been identified as an active compound alongside other lactones and carboxylic acids in olfactory receptor studies, indicating its importance in scent perception (PMID:40000511 ). Furthermore, it has been screened among several pleasant flavors, highlighting its potential applications in food and fragrance industries (PMID:39933389 ). In practical applications, delta-undecalactone has been shown to provide significant protection against insect bites, demonstrating its utility in personal care products (PMID:39693318 ). Additionally, enantioseparation techniques have successfully isolated various lactones, including δ-undecalactone, underscoring its relevance in flavor chemistry (PMID:38447432 ). The presence of undecalactone in fresh and pasteurized fruit pulp further emphasizes its significance in food chemistry (PMID:37522133 ). Lastly, its enantiomers contribute to the aroma profile of beverages, such as Longjing tea, illustrating its sensory impact (PMID:37083459 ).
Structure
SynonymsNot Available
Molecular FormulaC11H22O2
Average Mass186.2912
Monoisotopic Mass186.161979948
IUPAC Name5-heptyloxolan-2-ol
Traditional Name5-heptyloxolan-2-ol
CAS Registry Number104-67-6
SMILES
CCCCCCCC1CCC(O)O1
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C11H22O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-10-8-9-11(12)13-10/h10-12H,2-9H2,1H3
InChI KeyFOUOFTJAYOGXOY-UHFFFAOYSA-N