Description

Prostaglandin A2 Methyl Ester is a chemically modified derivative of Prostaglandin A2, a potent bioactive lipid mediator. This methyl ester form offers enhanced stability and handling properties for research and development applications, making it a valuable intermediate in synthetic chemistry and biochemical studies. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers, academic institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in prostaglandin-related synthesis and metabolic pathway investigation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key synthetic intermediate and reference standard in the development of novel prostaglandin-based therapeutics.
• Biochemical Studies: Used as a tool compound to study the biological activity, metabolism, and signaling pathways of prostaglandins and their analogs.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for the chemical synthesis of more complex prostaglandin derivatives and specialized lipid molecules.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional laboratories for pharmacological and physiological research projects.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods for quality control and method validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Prostaglandin A2 Methyl Ester
CAS No.	31753-19-2
Molecular Formula	C21H32O5
Molecular Weight	364.48 g/mol
Synonyms	PGA2 Methyl Ester; Methyl (5Z,13E)-(15S)-9-Oxo-11α,15-dihydroxyprosta-5,13-dien-1-oate; 15(S)-PGA2 Methyl Ester; Methyl 9-oxo-11α,15-dihydroxy-5-cis,13-trans-prostadienoate; PGA2 ME
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Prostaglandin A2 Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) and purity assessment by HPLC to ensure it meets exacting standards for research use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific results is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to minimize oxidation. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent condensation and moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%

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