Description

Ocosahexaenoic Acid CAS NO 36516-74-2 is a highly unsaturated long-chain fatty acid of significant interest in advanced biochemical research and synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block and reference standard for the study of lipid metabolism, membrane fluidity, and specialized pro-resolving mediators. It is essential for research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced material science sectors seeking high-purity lipid intermediates.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Used as a high-purity reference material in lipidomics, metabolic pathway studies, and analytical method development.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic precursor for the development of novel lipid-based therapeutics and bioactive molecules.
• Nutraceutical R&D: Investigated for its potential role in advanced dietary supplement formulations targeting specific health mechanisms.
• Lipid Chemistry Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis to create complex, structured lipids and phospholipid analogs for material and life sciences.
• Cell Culture & Biomedical Studies: Utilized in *in vitro* studies to modulate cell membrane properties and investigate cellular signaling pathways.
• Analytical Chemistry: Acts as a critical calibration standard for chromatographic (GC, HPLC) and spectroscopic analysis of fatty acid profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ocosahexaenoic Acid
CAS No.	36516-74-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₀O₂
Molecular Weight	302.45 g/mol
Synonyms	(5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z)-5,8,11,14,17-Eicosahexaenoic Acid; 20:5 n-3; Timnodonic Acid; EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid); Icosapentaenoic Acid; All-cis-5,8,11,14,17-Eicosapentaenoic Acid; 5,8,11,14,17-Eicosapentaenoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Ocosahexaenoic Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles via validated methods such as HPLC and GC. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for research-grade materials, ensuring reliability for your critical applications.

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 condensation. Keep away from heat and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow oil
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.