Description

1-Eicosapentaenoyl-Sn-Glycerol-3-Phosphocholine is a highly purified, structured phospholipid containing an eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) moiety, a critical ω-3 fatty acid. This compound is essential for advanced research and development in lipidomics, drug delivery systems, and nutritional science. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, nutraceutical formulators, and academic researchers focused on membrane biology, targeted therapeutics, and high-purity lipid standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Drug Delivery: As a key component in the formulation of liposomes and lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) for targeted drug and gene delivery.
• Biochemical & Lipidomic Standards: Serves as a high-purity reference standard for mass spectrometry and chromatography in lipid analysis and metabolic studies.
• Nutraceutical & Functional Food Development: Used in the research and development of advanced nutritional supplements leveraging the bioactive benefits of structured EPA-phospholipids.
• Cell Culture & Membrane Biology: Employed in studies investigating the role of specific phospholipids in cell membrane fluidity, signaling, and function.
• Cosmeceutical Formulations: Incorporated into high-end skincare products for its potential membrane-stabilizing and bioactive properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Eicosapentaenoyl-Sn-Glycerol-3-Phosphocholine
CAS No.	162440-04-2
Molecular Formula	C30H54NO8P
Molecular Weight	587.73 g/mol
Synonyms	EPA-PC; 1-EPA-2-lyso-PC; 1-Eicosapentaenoyl-2-hydroxy-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine; (20:5(n-3)) Lyso PC; Lysophosphatidylcholine(20:5/0:0); 1-(5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z-Eicosapentaenoyl)-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine; LysoPE-PC; LPC(20:5)
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Quality Control

Our 1-Eicosapentaenoyl-Sn-Glycerol-3-Phosphocholine is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or waxy solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Solvent Residue (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%

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