Description

13C,16C-Docosadienoic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain fatty acid derivative with specific double bond positions at carbons 13 and 16. This compound matters as a critical intermediate and reference standard for advanced research in lipid biochemistry, metabolic studies, and the synthesis of specialized bioactive molecules. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, manufacturers of diagnostic reagents, and academic institutions focused on lipidomics and tracer studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex lipids and prostaglandin analogs for drug discovery programs.
• Metabolic Tracer Studies: Serves as a stable isotope-labeled internal standard (13C) for accurate quantification and pathway analysis in mass spectrometry.
• Biochemical Reference Standard: Provides a pure calibrant for analytical methods (GC, HPLC) in quality control labs for lipid-based products.
• Academic Research: Employed in studies investigating the role of specific dienoic fatty acids in cell membrane fluidity and signaling.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor or component in formulating specialized assays and diagnostic kits.
• Nutritional Science: Used in research on the metabolism and biological effects of specific unsaturated fatty acids.

Basic Information

Product Name	13C,16C-Docosadienoic Acid
CAS No.	17735-98-7
Molecular Formula	C22H40O2
Molecular Weight	336.56 g/mol
Synonyms	13,16-Docosadienoic Acid; (13Z,16Z)-Docosa-13,16-dienoic Acid; 13Z,16Z-Docosadienoic Acid; Docosa-13,16-dienoic acid; 22:2(n-6,9) Fatty Acid; 13C,16C-Docosadienoate; cis,cis-13,16-Docosadienoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 13C,16C-Docosadienoic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and isotopic enrichment specifications are met. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to support your research and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and ensure long-term stability. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
13C Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 99 atom % (at designated positions)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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