Description

Heneicosatetraenoicacid CAS NO 134176-34-4 is a high-purity, long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) of significant research interest. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in the study of lipid metabolism, signaling pathways, and eicosanoid biosynthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical developers focused on metabolic disorders, inflammation, and advanced lipidomics.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and substrate in studies of fatty acid metabolism, desaturase/elongase enzyme activity, and lipid signaling pathways.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) and other bioactive lipid derivatives for therapeutic exploration.
• Lipidomics & Analytical Standards: An essential compound for method development, calibration, and quantification in mass spectrometry-based lipid profiling and metabolomics.
• Nutritional Science Research: Investigated for its potential role and effects as a very long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid in cellular models and nutritional studies.
• Cell Culture & In Vitro Studies: Employed to modulate membrane fluidity and study the impact of specific PUFAs on cell function and inflammatory responses.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heneicosatetraenoicacid
CAS No.	134176-34-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₃₄O₂
Molecular Weight	318.50 g/mol
Synonyms	21:4(n-3) Fatty Acid; Heneicosa-6,9,12,15-tetraenoic Acid; all-cis-6,9,12,15-Heneicosatetraenoic Acid; (6Z,9Z,12Z,15Z)-Heneicosa-6,9,12,15-tetraenoic Acid; 21:4 ω-3; 21:4 δ6,9,12,15; n-3 Heneicosatetraenoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Heneicosatetraenoicacid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with our stringent specifications for research-grade materials.

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 room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow oil
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Solvent Residue (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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