Description

Docosahexenoylcarnitine is a specialized acylcarnitine derivative, a biochemical conjugate of carnitine and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). This compound plays a critical role in the mitochondrial transport and metabolism of long-chain fatty acids, serving as a key biomarker for assessing fatty acid oxidation status. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of clinical diagnostics, nutritional science, and pharmaceutical development, particularly for studies related to metabolic disorders, lipidomics, and advanced nutraceutical formulations.

Application

• Biomarker Research: Used as a critical reference standard in clinical mass spectrometry for the diagnosis and monitoring of inborn errors of metabolism, such as fatty acid oxidation disorders.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate or a reference compound in the development of cardioprotective and neurometabolic therapies.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into high-end nutritional formulations aimed at supporting cellular energy production, cognitive health, and cardiovascular function.
• Academic & Pre-clinical Research: Essential for in-vitro and in-vivo studies investigating lipid metabolism, mitochondrial function, and the biochemical pathways of ω-3 fatty acids.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: A key component in the production of calibration standards and quality controls for LC-MS/MS-based diagnostic kits and reagents.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Docosahexenoylcarnitine
CAS No.	98665-32-8
Molecular Formula	C29H49NO4
Molecular Weight	475.71 g/mol
Synonyms	DHA-Carnitine; Docosahexaenoylcarnitine; (3R)-3-[(4Z,7Z,10Z,13Z,16Z,19Z)-Docosa-4,7,10,13,16,19-hexaenoyloxy]-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate; L-Carnitine docosahexaenoate; 22:6-carnitine
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Docosahexenoylcarnitine is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support research and regulatory requirements, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatographic techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results for purity, impurities, and identity is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, keep desiccated under an inert atmosphere. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC-MS)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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