Description

Cis -7,10,13,16,19-Docosa- Pentaenoic Acid is a highly unsaturated ω-3 fatty acid, specifically a 22-carbon chain with five cis-configured double bonds. This specific molecular configuration is critical for its biological activity and function in advanced research and development. It serves as a vital high-purity reference standard and a key synthetic intermediate for the study of lipid metabolism, signaling pathways, and the development of novel nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals. Industries requiring precise lipid analysis, including academic research, pharmaceutical development, and specialized nutritional science, rely on this compound for its defined structure and purity.

Application

• Biochemical and Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a high-purity reference standard in analytical methods (HPLC, GC-MS) for the quantification and qualification of complex lipid mixtures.
• Nutraceutical Development: Serves as a critical precursor or model compound in the research and synthesis of advanced ω-3 formulations and concentrates.
• Cell Biology and Metabolic Studies: Employed in in vitro studies to investigate the role of specific polyunsaturated fatty acids in cellular membrane fluidity, inflammation, and gene expression.
• Lipidomics: An essential component in lipidomic profiling to understand lipid-based biomarkers and metabolic pathways.
• Standards Manufacturing: Used by certified reference material (CRM) producers to create calibrated standards for global laboratories.
• Academic Research: Fundamental tool for universities and research institutes studying fatty acid biochemistry, nutrition, and related health impacts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cis -7,10,13,16,19-Docosa- Pentaenoic Acid
CAS No.	2234-74-4
Molecular Formula	C22H34O2
Molecular Weight	330.50 g/mol
Synonyms	(7Z,10Z,13Z,16Z,19Z)-Docosa-7,10,13,16,19-pentaenoic Acid; all-cis-7,10,13,16,19-Docosapentaenoic Acid; DPA (n-3); ω-3 Docosapentaenoic Acid; 7Z,10Z,13Z,16Z,19Z-Docosapentaenoic Acid; Clupanodonic Acid (historical); n-3 DPA; 22:5n-3
EINECS	218-787-3

Quality Control

Every batch of our Cis -7,10,13,16,19-Docosa- Pentaenoic Acid is manufactured and controlled under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for each lot. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards expected for research and reference 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 container to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening to minimize moisture condensation. Keep away from heat and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow oil
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol, DMSO; insoluble in water

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