Description

13-Hydroxyeicosatetraenoic Acid (13-HETE) is a specialized bioactive lipid mediator derived from arachidonic acid metabolism. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmacological research due to its role as a signaling molecule in various inflammatory and cellular pathways. It is primarily utilized by researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for studying eicosanoid biology, inflammation mechanisms, and as a reference standard in analytical applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a critical reference standard and reagent in the study of lipoxygenase pathways and eicosanoid signaling.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or target molecule in drug discovery programs focused on inflammation, cardiovascular diseases, and metabolic disorders.
• Cell Signaling Studies: Employed to investigate the role of hydroxyeicosatetraenoic acids (HETEs) in cellular processes such as proliferation, apoptosis, and migration.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a high-purity calibration standard in chromatographic (HPLC, LC-MS) and spectroscopic analyses for quantitative and qualitative assays.
• Academic Research: A vital tool in university and institutional labs for fundamental research in biochemistry, physiology, and molecular biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	13-Hydroxyeicosatetraenoic Acid
CAS No.	151910-72-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₂O₃
Molecular Weight	320.47 g/mol
Synonyms	13-HETE; (13S)-HETE; 13(S)-Hydroxy-5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z-eicosatetraenoic Acid; 13(S)-HETE; 13S-Hydroxyeicosatetraenoic Acid; 13-Hydroxy-5,8,11,14-eicosatetraenoic Acid; 13(S)-Hydroxy-5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z-eicosatetraenoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 13-Hydroxyeicosatetraenoic Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, typically determined by advanced chromatographic methods. We support research and development with materials suitable for demanding applications, ensuring reliability for your critical work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere. This product is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Allow the sealed vial to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow oil or solid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Assay	≥ 90% (by weight)
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol, DMSO, and organic solvents

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