Description

Pristanic Acid CAS NO 1189-37-3 is a branched-chain fatty acid, specifically 2,6,10,14-tetramethylpentadecanoic acid, which serves as a key biomarker for peroxisomal disorders. This high-purity compound is essential for research and diagnostic applications requiring precise biochemical standards. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, clinical diagnostic manufacturers, and academic institutions studying lipid metabolism and genetic diseases.

Application

• Diagnostic Biomarker Standard: Primary standard for the quantitative analysis of pristanic acid in plasma and serum via GC-MS or LC-MS, critical for diagnosing peroxisomal biogenesis disorders like Zellweger syndrome.
• Biochemical Research: Used in studies investigating peroxisomal α- and β-oxidation pathways, bile acid synthesis, and the metabolic interplay between phytanic and pristanic acid.
• Reference Material Production: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for calibrating diagnostic assays and ensuring accuracy in newborn screening programs.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in metabolic disease research for drug discovery and the development of therapeutic agents targeting peroxisomal function.
• Academic & Clinical Studies: Essential reagent for in vitro and in vivo models to understand the pathophysiology of Refsum disease and other related lipidoses.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pristanic Acid
CAS No.	1189-37-3
Molecular Formula	C19H38O2
Molecular Weight	298.51 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6,10,14-Tetramethylpentadecanoic Acid; (R,S)-Pristanic Acid; Pristanic Acid (Mixed Isomers); 2,6,10,14-Tetramethylpentadecylic Acid; NSC 334368; FA(19:0) (phytanic-related); Biomarker for Peroxisomal Disorders
EINECS	214-713-7

Quality Control

Our Pristanic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for sensitive diagnostic and research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant standards for reference materials and can provide custom grades to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. The product is stable under these conditions for extended periods. For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.