Description

5,11,14,17-Eicosatetraenoic Acid is a long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) of significant biochemical interest. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard in lipidomics research and the development of bioactive lipid mediators. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced chemical synthesis sectors who require high-purity fatty acids for analytical, metabolic, and synthetic applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a high-purity reference standard in lipidomics, metabolomics, and studies of fatty acid metabolism and signaling pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthetic precursor for the development of specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) and other bioactive lipid compounds.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated as a potential component or biomarker in advanced dietary supplements and functional foods targeting inflammatory pathways.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as an internal standard or calibration compound in Gas Chromatography (GC) and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) analyses.
• Cell Culture & In Vitro Studies: Used to supplement media in biological experiments to study the effects of specific polyunsaturated fatty acids on cell function.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for the synthesis of more complex, stereodefined lipids and conjugated molecules for material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,11,14,17-Eicosatetraenoic Acid
CAS No.	2271-31-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₂O₂
Molecular Weight	304.47 g/mol
Synonyms	(5Z,11Z,14Z,17Z)-Eicosa-5,11,14,17-tetraenoic Acid; 5,11,14,17-Eicosatetraenoic Acid, (all-Z)-; 5Z,11Z,14Z,17Z-Eicosatetraenoic Acid; all-cis-5,11,14,17-Eicosatetraenoic Acid; FA(20:4(5Z,11Z,14Z,17Z)); δ5,11,14,17-Eicosatetraenoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 5,11,14,17-Eicosatetraenoic Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow oil
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol, DMSO, chloroform; insoluble in water

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