Description

Ethyl Docosahexaenoate is the ethyl ester of the essential ω-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). This high-purity derivative offers enhanced stability and solubility compared to its free acid form, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced nutritional and pharmaceutical formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, dietary supplement, and advanced lipid research sectors seeking a bioavailable and process-stable source of DHA.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Formulations: As a key active ingredient in high-potency ω-3 capsules, softgels, and liquid supplements.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of specialized lipid-based drug delivery systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: For enriching foods and drinks with stable, bioavailable DHA without compromising flavor profiles.
• Infant Formula & Maternal Nutrition: As a critical component to support neurological and visual development, following stringent purity standards.
• Biomedical & Clinical Research: Serves as a standardized reagent in lipidomics, metabolic studies, and nutritional science research.
• Cosmeceuticals: Incorporated into advanced skincare products for its anti-inflammatory and skin-barrier supporting properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Docosahexaenoate
CAS No.	73310-11-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₄H₃₆O₂
Molecular Weight	356.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl DHA; Docosahexaenoic Acid Ethyl Ester; DHA Ethyl Ester; Ethyl all-cis-docosa-4,7,10,13,16,19-hexaenoate; Ethyl (4Z,7Z,10Z,13Z,16Z,19Z)-docosa-4,7,10,13,16,19-hexaenoate; ω-3 Ethyl Ester; Marine Oil Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl Docosahexaenoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for nutraceutical and research applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, with specifications alignable to relevant industry guidelines for dietary ingredients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation. For long-term storage, keep frozen at -20°C or below. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to yellow oil
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 90.0% (Total DHA Ethyl Esters)
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
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.