Description

Diarachidonyl Diglyceride is a specialized diglyceride ester where both hydroxyl groups of glycerol are esterified with arachidonic acid. This compound serves as a critical biochemical intermediate and a high-purity standard in lipid research and development. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors who require precise lipid components for studying metabolic pathways, inflammation, and cell signaling. Its defined structure makes it a valuable tool for analytical reference and advanced formulation work.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Used as a high-purity reference standard in lipidomics, metabolomics, and analytical method development.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthetic precursor or intermediate in the development of specialized lipid-based drug formulations.
• Cell Signaling Studies: Employed in research to investigate eicosanoid biosynthesis pathways, inflammation, and intracellular signaling mechanisms.
• Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) Formulation: A potential component in the design and optimization of advanced lipid delivery systems for nucleic acids and other active ingredients.
• Nutraceutical Development: Used in the research and development of specialized dietary supplements targeting metabolic and inflammatory responses.
• Enzyme Substrate: Acts as a substrate for enzymes like phospholipases and lipases in enzymatic studies and assay development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diarachidonyl Diglyceride
CAS No.	82231-61-6
Molecular Formula	C43H66O5
Molecular Weight	662.99 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Diarachidonoyl-rac-glycerol; 1,2-Di(5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z-eicosatetraenoyl)-rac-glycerol; DG(20:4/20:4); Diarachidonoylglycerol; Arachidonoyl Diglyceride; 1,2-Di-(all-cis-5,8,11,14-eicosatetraenoyl)-rac-glycerol; AA-DG; DAG(20:4)
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Quality Control

Every batch of Diarachidonyl Diglyceride is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis, to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Allow the product to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow oil or solid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Purity (TLC)	Single major spot
Solubility	Soluble in chloroform, DMSO, ethanol; insoluble in water

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