Description

16-Hydroxyheneicosatrienoic Acid is a specialized hydroxy fatty acid derivative, a member of the oxylipin class of bioactive lipid mediators. This compound matters as a valuable biochemical tool and potential intermediate for research into inflammatory pathways and lipid signaling. It is primarily needed by researchers in pharmacology, biochemistry, and medicinal chemistry for use as a reference standard, metabolic probe, or synthetic precursor in the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or analytical standard in lipidomics and metabolomics studies to identify and quantify related oxylipins in biological samples.
• Pharmacological Studies: Serves as a key intermediate or probe in research focused on eicosanoid and oxylipin signaling pathways, inflammation, and immune response modulation.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Acts as a synthetic building block for the development of novel anti-inflammatory agents or enzyme inhibitors targeting lipoxygenase or cytochrome P450 pathways.
• Cell Biology: Employed in cell culture studies to investigate the role of specific hydroxy fatty acids in cellular processes and receptor interactions.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies on fatty acid metabolism and the biological activity of oxidized lipids.

Basic Information

Product Name	16-Hydroxyheneicosatrienoic Acid
CAS No.	131426-25-0
Molecular Formula	C21H34O3
Molecular Weight	334.49 g/mol
Synonyms	16-HHT; 16-Hydroxy-8Z,11Z,14Z-hexadecatrienoic Acid; 16-Hydroxy-8,11,14-hexadecatrienoic Acid; 16-Hydroxy-8,11,14-hexadecatrienoic Acid; 16-Hydroxy-8Z,11Z,14Z-hexadecatrienoic Acid; 16-Hydroxyheneicosatrienoic Acid; (8Z,11Z,14Z)-16-Hydroxyhexadeca-8,11,14-trienoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 16-Hydroxyheneicosatrienoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to minimize oxidation. For long-term storage, keep the primary container sealed within a secondary, light-proof barrier. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent condensation and moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow oil or solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Assay	≥ 90% (by weight)
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol, DMSO, DMF; slightly soluble in aqueous buffers

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