: Used for hydrogenation, oxidation, or epoxidation.
: Specific fatty acids like ricinoleic acid (found in castor oil) have a hydroxyl group at C12, providing an additional reaction site for creating specialized derivatives like estolides . Synthesis & Derivatives Fatty Acids: Chemistry, Synthesis, and Applicat...
: Reacting fatty acids with alcohols (e.g., methanol, ethanol) to produce Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME) , which are used as biofuels and lubricants. : Used for hydrogenation, oxidation, or epoxidation
The text "" refers to a comprehensive chapter or book section (often attributed to James A. Kenar , 2017) that explores the structural diversity and industrial utility of fatty acids. Core Chemistry of Fatty Acids The text "" refers to a comprehensive chapter
: Recent focus includes extracting lipids from microalgae under stress conditions (nutrient deprivation) to accumulate Triacylglycerols (TAGs) for sustainable metal-working fluids. Industrial Applications
Industrial synthesis focuses on transforming natural fats and oils into high-value chemicals:
: Synthesis of estolides —secondary esters formed when the carboxyl group of one fatty acid reacts with the double bond of another—used as high-performance bio-lubricants.