Description

cis-11,14,17-Eicosatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity methyl ester derivative of the ω-3 fatty acid, eicosatrienoic acid. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and synthetic intermediate for research and development in lipid chemistry and nutritional science. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced chemical synthesis laboratories requiring well-characterized fatty acid derivatives.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: For the qualitative and quantitative analysis of ω-3 fatty acid profiles in pharmaceuticals, food products, and biological samples via GC, GC-MS, or HPLC.
• Biochemical Research: As a substrate or precursor in studies investigating fatty acid metabolism, eicosanoid biosynthesis, and cell signaling pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of more complex lipid-based drug candidates or prodrugs targeting metabolic and inflammatory disorders.
• Nutraceutical Standardization: Employed to calibrate equipment and validate methods for the quality control of ω-3 dietary supplements and functional foods.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a building block for the preparation of specialized lipids, surfactants, or other ester derivatives with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-11,14,17-Eicosatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	55682-88-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₃₆O₂
Molecular Weight	320.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl cis-11,14,17-Eicosatrienoate; (11Z,14Z,17Z)-11,14,17-Eicosatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (Z,Z,Z)-11,14,17-Eicosatrienoate; Mead Acid Methyl Ester; 20:3 n-3 Methyl Ester; Methyl 11Z,14Z,17Z-Eicosatrienoate; Methyl all-cis-11,14,17-eicosatrienoate
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Quality Control

Our cis-11,14,17-Eicosatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC and GC-MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with every shipment to support your regulatory and research requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at -20°C or below. This product is easily oxidized; allow it to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening to minimize moisture uptake and oxidative degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC Area %)	≥ 98.0%

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