Description

7-Hydroxymethyl-3,11,15-Trimethyl-2,4,6,10,14-Hexadecapentaenoic Acid CAS NO 134678-59-4 is a specialized, high-purity polyunsaturated fatty acid derivative. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which makes it a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds and complex natural product analogs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting inflammatory pathways or with lipid-modifying activities.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new generation plant growth regulators or bioactive agents with specific modes of action.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral precursor or a functionalized chain extender in the production of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Biochemical Research: Investigated as an analog or metabolite in studies related to polyunsaturated fatty acid metabolism and signaling.
• Material Science: Potential monomer for creating specialized polymers with unique flexibility or reactivity due to its conjugated polyene and carboxylic acid functionalities.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	7-Hydroxymethyl-3,11,15-Trimethyl-2,4,6,10,14-Hexadecapentaenoic Acid
CAS No.	134678-59-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₀O₃
Molecular Weight	318.45 g/mol
Synonyms	7-(Hydroxymethyl)-3,11,15-trimethyl-2,4,6,10,14-hexadecapentaenoic acid; (2E,4E,6E,10E,14E)-7-(Hydroxymethyl)-3,11,15-trimethylhexadeca-2,4,6,10,14-pentaenoic acid; 7-Hydroxymethyl-3,11,15-trimethyl-hexadeca-2,4,6,10,14-pentaenoic acid; All-trans-7-Hydroxymethyl-3,11,15-trimethyl-2,4,6,10,14-hexadecapentaenoic acid; Geranylgeraniol-derived acid; Polyunsaturated isoprenoid acid
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Quality Control

Our 7-Hydroxymethyl-3,11,15-Trimethyl-2,4,6,10,14-Hexadecapentaenoic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and MS, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development 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 under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light orange viscous oil or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Assay	≥ 97.0%
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.