Description

Docosahexaenoic Acid Methyl Ester is the methyl ester derivative of the essential ω-3 fatty acid DHA. This compound is a crucial intermediate and reference standard for the production and analysis of high-purity DHA concentrates used in nutritional and pharmaceutical applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and research sectors for formulating dietary supplements, infant formula, and clinical nutrition products, as well as for analytical and biochemical research.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Formulation: A key intermediate for the synthesis and purification of concentrated DHA for use in softgel capsules, functional foods, and beverages.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a critical starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of specialized pharmaceutical agents and high-purity active ingredients.
• Infant Formula Fortification: Used in the production of DHA ingredients specifically designed to meet the nutritional requirements of infant formula.
• Biochemical & Nutritional Research: Acts as a standard and reagent in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quantification of DHA in various matrices.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) in gas chromatography (GC) and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) for accurate identification and quantification.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into advanced skincare formulations for its potential skin health benefits.

Basic Information

Product Name	Docosahexaenoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	2566-90-7
Molecular Formula	C23H34O2
Molecular Weight	342.51 g/mol
Synonyms	DHA Methyl Ester; Methyl Docosahexaenoate; Methyl (4Z,7Z,10Z,13Z,16Z,19Z)-docosa-4,7,10,13,16,19-hexaenoate; Methyl all-cis-4,7,10,13,16,19-docosahexaenoate; Cervonic Acid Methyl Ester; 22:6(n-3) Methyl Ester; Methyl DHA
EINECS	219-903-8

Quality Control

Our Docosahexaenoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by IR, purity assay by GC, and impurity profiling to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and ensure long-term stability. Keep away from heat and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 90.0% (DHA Methyl Ester)
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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