Description

Phytanic Acid CAS NO 14721-66-5 is a branched-chain fatty acid derived from the phytol side chain of chlorophyll. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and industrial applications due to its unique structure and metabolic pathway. It serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard for laboratories and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Used as a high-purity reference material for studying peroxisomal disorders like Refsum disease and α-oxidation pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of specialized bioactive compounds and potential therapeutics.
• Metabolite Analysis: Essential for calibrating analytical equipment (GC-MS, LC-MS) in clinical and research laboratories for accurate quantification in biological samples.
• Lipidomics & Nutritional Studies: Employed in research investigating the role of branched-chain fatty acids in human metabolism, diet, and health.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for synthesizing novel surfactants, lubricants, or other value-added chemical products.
• Diagnostic Kit Development: Utilized in the production and quality control of diagnostic assays and kits targeting metabolic diseases.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phytanic Acid
CAS No.	14721-66-5
Molecular Formula	C20H40O2
Molecular Weight	312.53 g/mol
Synonyms	3,7,11,15-Tetramethylhexadecanoic Acid; 2,6,10,14-Tetramethylpentadecanoic Acid (common numbering); Phytanate; (R,S)-Phytanic Acid; Dihydrogeranylgeranoic Acid
EINECS	238-781-2

Quality Control

Our Phytanic Acid is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high chemical purity and identity, meeting the exacting requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C or as specified on the label or COA. This product is easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC Area %)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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