Description

Tetratriacontahexaenoic Acid is a very long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (VLCPUFA) with significant research interest in lipid biochemistry. This high-purity reference standard is critical for analytical and research applications requiring precise molecular characterization. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and specialty chemical manufacturers focused on lipidomics, metabolic pathway studies, and the development of novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Serves as a high-purity reference material for analytical method development and validation in lipidomics and metabolomics studies.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Used as an intermediate or reference compound in the investigation of metabolic pathways and the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules.
• Nutritional Science: Employed in research to study the role of very long-chain fatty acids in cellular function and human health.
• Analytical Chemistry: Acts as a critical calibration standard for advanced chromatographic (GC, HPLC) and mass spectrometric techniques.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a building block or precursor in the synthesis of complex lipids and other specialized organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetratriacontahexaenoic Acid
CAS No.	102250-17-9
Molecular Formula	C₃₄H₅₂O₂
Molecular Weight	492.8 g/mol
Synonyms	34:6 n-3 Fatty Acid; Tetratriaconta-6,9,12,15,18,21-hexaenoic Acid; C34:6 (n-3); FA 34:6; 6,9,12,15,18,21-Tetratriacontahexaenoic Acid; (all-Z)-6,9,12,15,18,21-Tetratriacontahexaenoic Acid; n-3 Tetratriacontahexaenoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Tetratriacontahexaenoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including chromatographic purity assessment and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key specifications and test results.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Allow the sealed container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or oil
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC / GC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 90% (by peak area)

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