Description

n-(5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoyl)Taurine is a specialized synthetic derivative of taurine conjugated with a polyunsaturated eicosatetraenoyl fatty acid chain. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable biochemical tool and a potential precursor for advanced research in lipid signaling and metabolic pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development laboratories focused on inflammation, neurology, and cellular metabolism.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or substrate in studies investigating arachidonic acid metabolism and related eicosanoid pathways.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Serves as a key intermediate or building block in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents targeting inflammatory and neurological disorders.
• Lipidomics & Metabolomics: Acts as a critical analytical standard for the identification and quantification of complex lipid species in mass spectrometry-based profiling.
• Cell Signaling Studies: Employed to investigate the role of fatty acid amides and their conjugates in cellular communication and receptor modulation.
• Nutritional Science Research: Potential use in studying the biological effects of conjugated fatty acid-amino acid compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoyl)Taurine
CAS No.	679834-28-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₄₃NO₅S
Molecular Weight	481.69 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z-Eicosatetraenoyl)taurine; Arachidonoyltaurine; N-Arachidonoyl Taurine; 5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenamide, N-(2-sulfoethyl)-, (all-Z)-; 20:4(n-6) N-Acyl Taurine; Taurine conjugate of Arachidonic Acid; N-ATA
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Quality Control

Our n-(5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoyl)Taurine is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant standards for research-grade biochemicals, ensuring reliable performance in your laboratory.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize condensation and exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (MS)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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