Description

Triacontatetraenoic Acid CAS NO 71387-73-0 is a high-purity, long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) of significant research and industrial interest. Its unique molecular structure, featuring four double bonds, makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing specialized lipids, bioactive compounds, and advanced materials. This product is essential for R&D laboratories, pharmaceutical development, and manufacturers of high-value nutraceutical and cosmetic ingredients seeking novel lipid components.

Application

• Biochemical & Pharmaceutical Research: A key intermediate in the synthesis of novel lipid-based drug candidates, prodrugs, and bioactive molecules.
• Nutraceutical Development: Used in the research and formulation of advanced dietary supplements targeting specific metabolic pathways.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Actives: Serves as a building block for synthesizing specialty esters and emollients with potential skin-barrier enhancing properties.
• Lipidomics & Analytical Standards: Provides a critical reference standard for the identification and quantification of complex lipids in mass spectrometry and chromatography.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating custom surfactants, lubricants, and polymers with tailored properties.
• Academic Research: Utilized in studies investigating the role of very-long-chain PUFAs in biological systems and material science.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Triacontatetraenoic Acid
CAS No.	71387-73-0
Molecular Formula	C₃₀H₅₂O₂
Molecular Weight	444.74 g/mol
Synonyms	30:4 Fatty Acid; Triacontatetraenoic Acid; 6Z,9Z,12Z,15Z-Triacontatetraenoic Acid; (6Z,9Z,12Z,15Z)-Triaconta-6,9,12,15-tetraenoic Acid; Very Long Chain Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid (VLC-PUFA); C30:4 (n-6) Acid (stereoisomer dependent); Polyenoic Fatty Acid C30:4
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Quality Control

Every batch of Triacontatetraenoic Acid is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 2-8°C or as specified on the COA. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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