Description

9,12,15 Hexadecatrienoic Acid is a polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) with the CAS number 66753-70-6. This compound is valued as a key intermediate and research chemical in the synthesis of specialized lipids and bioactive molecules. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced chemical synthesis sectors for developing novel compounds and studying lipid metabolism.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates and bioactive lipid derivatives.
• Nutraceutical Research: Serves as a precursor or model compound in the study of ω-3 and other polyunsaturated fatty acid pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies related to fatty acid desaturation and elongation.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex lipids, surfactants, or polymers with specific unsaturated characteristics.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Development: Investigated for potential use in advanced skincare formulations targeting skin barrier function.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in laboratories for metabolic studies, analytical method development, and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	9,12,15 Hexadecatrienoic Acid
CAS No.	66753-70-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₆O₂
Molecular Weight	250.38 g/mol
Synonyms	(9Z,12Z,15Z)-Hexadecatrienoic Acid; 9,12,15-Hexadecatrienoic Acid, (Z,Z,Z)-; all-cis-9,12,15-Hexadecatrienoic Acid; Hexadecatrienoic Acid; C16:3 (n-3) Fatty Acid; (Z,Z,Z)-9,12,15-Hexadecatrienoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 9,12,15 Hexadecatrienoic Acid is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by HPLC and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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