Description

(8E,11E,14E,17E)-Icosa-8,11,14,17-Tetraenoic Acid is a high-purity, polyunsaturated fatty acid of significant interest in advanced research and development. This compound, with CAS number 2091-26-1, serves as a critical building block and reference standard in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and lipid-based materials. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical researchers, specialty chemical manufacturers, and academic institutions working on lipidomics, metabolic pathway studies, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting lipid metabolism and inflammatory pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key reference standard and substrate in lipidomics, enzymology studies, and metabolic research.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing complex lipids, esters, and other derivatives with specific biological or material properties.
• Nutritional Science Research: Employed in studies investigating the role of specific polyunsaturated fatty acids in health and disease models.
• Material Science: Investigated for potential use in creating functionalized polymers or surface-active agents due to its long hydrocarbon chain and carboxylic acid group.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(8E,11E,14E,17E)-Icosa-8,11,14,17-Tetraenoic Acid
CAS No.	2091-26-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₂O₂
Molecular Weight	304.47 g/mol
Synonyms	8E,11E,14E,17E-Eicosatetraenoic Acid; all-cis-8,11,14,17-Eicosatetraenoic Acid; 20:4(n-3); ω-3 Arachidonic Acid Isomer; 8,11,14,17-Eicosatetraenoic Acid (all-E); (all-E)-8,11,14,17-Eicosatetraenoic Acid; FA(20:4(8E,11E,14E,17E)); ETE
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Quality Control

Our (8E,11E,14E,17E)-Icosa-8,11,14,17-Tetraenoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. Allow the container to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening to minimize moisture uptake and thermal stress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow oil
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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