Arachidonic acid

SKU: orb1222154

Description

Arachidonic acid is an unsaturated, essential fatty acid. It is found in animal and human fat as well as in the liver, brain, and glandular organs, and is a constituent of animal phosphatides. It is formed by the synthesis from dietary linoleic acid and is a precursor in the biosynthesis of prostaglandins, thromboxanes, and leukotrienes.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 506-32-1
• MW: 304.47
• Purity: >98% (HPLC)
• Formula: C₂₀H₃₂O₂
• SMILES: CCCCC/C=C\C/C=C\C/C=C\C/C=C\CCCC(=O)O
• Target: Antioxidant
• Solubility: Ethanol : ≥ 50 mg/mL 164.22 mM; DMSO : ≥ 50 mg/mL 164.22 mM; H2O : < 0.1 mg/mL

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Storage temperature: -20°C. Stability: ≥ 2 years
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Immunocytophyt | Immunocytophyte | Vevodar

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Antioxidant