Description

8,11,14-Docosatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity methyl ester derivative of a long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA). This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced lipid research and the synthesis of bioactive molecules. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and specialty chemical industries focused on lipid metabolism, inflammation pathways, and eicosanoid synthesis.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key intermediate in the study of fatty acid metabolism and the biosynthesis of eicosanoids and docosanoids.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a building block or precursor in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents targeting inflammatory and metabolic disorders.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) in lipidomics and quality control laboratories.
• Nutraceutical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized intermediate in the production of high-value, long-chain PUFA concentrates and derivatives for dietary supplements.
• Cosmetic Actives: Utilized in the development of specialized skincare formulations targeting skin barrier function and cellular signaling.
• Organic Synthesis: Provides a defined, long-chain polyunsaturated structure for chemical modifications and the creation of novel lipid-based compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	8,11,14-Docosatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	56847-02-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₃H₄₀O₂
Molecular Weight	348.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 8,11,14-Docosatrienoate; Methyl all-cis-8,11,14-Docosatrienoate; 8Z,11Z,14Z-Docosatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester; Mead Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Meadate; 20:3 n-6 Methyl Ester; Methyl 8,11,14-Eicosatrienoate (related); Docosatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester (mixed isomers)
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Quality Control

Our 8,11,14-Docosatrienoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C or as specified on the label or COA. For long-term storage, keep the sealed container in a freezer (-20°C). Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow oily liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (GC/MS)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥95.0% (Area %)
Purity (Isomeric)	≥90.0% (all-cis 8,11,14 isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Peroxide Value	≤5.0 meq/kg

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