Description

[(3S,8S,9S,10R,13R,14S,17R)-10,13-dimethyl-17-[(2R)-6-methylheptan-2-yl]-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-yl] (11Z,14Z)-icosa-11,14-dienoate is a high-purity, defined sterol ester of arachidonic acid, serving as a critical reference standard and advanced intermediate in pharmaceutical and biochemical research. This compound is essential for scientists developing and validating analytical methods for lipid profiling, metabolic studies, and the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and life science sectors where precise chemical structure and purity are paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the identification, assay, and purity testing of sterol-arachidonate compounds in drug development and quality control (QC) laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or intermediate in enzymatic studies, lipid metabolism research, and the investigation of cell signaling pathways involving eicosanoids.
• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Acts as a key chiral building block for the synthesis of more complex steroid derivatives and specialized lipid conjugates.
• Analytical Method Development: Critical for calibrating instruments and developing protocols for techniques like HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS in lipidomics.
• Nutraceutical Research: Employed in studies exploring the bioavailability and metabolic fate of sterol esters in functional food and supplement formulations.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	[(3S,8S,9S,10R,13R,14S,17R)-10,13-dimethyl-17-[(2R)-6-methylheptan-2-yl]-2,3,4,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-dodecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-yl] (11Z,14Z)-icosa-11,14-dienoate
CAS No.	61641-51-8
Molecular Formula	C47H78O2
Molecular Weight	675.1 g/mol
Synonyms	Cholesteryl arachidonate; 5-Cholesten-3β-yl arachidonate; 3β-Cholest-5-en-3-yl (5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z)-eicosatetraenoate; Arachidonic acid cholesteryl ester; Cholesterol arachidonate; CAS 61641-51-8; Sterol arachidonate ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of this high-purity compound is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles, ensuring compliance with research-grade specifications. Our quality systems support traceability and consistency, which is critical for its use as a reference material.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation. Keep away from strong oxidizers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or viscous oil
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Solvent Residue (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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