Description

IUPAC Name: (5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z)-icosa-5,8,11,14,17-pentaenoic acid

InChI: InChI=1S/C20H30O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20(21)22/h3-4,6-7,9-10,12-13,15-16H,2,5,8,11,14,17-19H2,1H3,(H,21,22)/b4-3-,7-6-,10-9-,13-12-,16-15-

InChIKey: JAZBEHYOTPTENJ-JLNKQSITSA-N

Canonical SMILES: CCC=CCC=CCC=CCC=CCC=CCCCC(=O)O

Isomeric SMILES: CC/C=CC/C=CC/C=CC/C=CC/C=CCCCC(=O)O

Synonyms: Eicosapentaenoic acid; Timnodonic acid; Icosapent; 10417-94-4; Icosapentaenoic acid; EPA; cis-5,8,11,14,17-Eicosapentaenoic acid; Icosapento; …

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Product Overview

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), an essential omega-3 fatty acid, is provided by BIORLAB at high purity (≥98%). This compound has demonstrated significant benefits in cardiovascular, inflammatory, and metabolic research.

Technical Specifications

• Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₃₀O₂
• Molecular Weight: 302.5 g/mol
• Appearance: Clear, light yellow liquid
• Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents
• Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
• Storage: -20°C under nitrogen

Key Research Applications

• Cardiovascular Studies

  • Heart disease prevention
  • Anti-inflammatory effects
  • Lipid metabolism

• Health Benefits Research

  • Anti-inflammatory properties
  • Antioxidant effects
  • Cardiovascular protection

Storage & Handling

• Store at -20°C
• Keep under nitrogen
• Protect from light and oxygen
• Available in research quantities
• Stability data provided

Research Significance

1. Biological Activities

   • Potent antioxidant properties
   • Anti-inflammatory effects
   • Cardiovascular benefits

2. Therapeutic Potential

   • Heart disease prevention
   • Inflammatory condition treatment
   • Metabolic regulation

Structure Features

• Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid
• Omega-3 classification
• Multiple double bonds
• Marine source compound

Quality Assurance

• Full spectroscopic data provided
• Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
• Batch-specific chromatographic profile
• Research-grade documentation

Research Focus Areas

• Marine Source Studies

  • GPL structure research
  • TAG composition analysis
  • Bioavailability studies

• Health Impact Research

  • Cardiovascular effects
  • Anti-inflammatory properties
  • Metabolic impacts

Technical Support Features

• Method development assistance
• Analytical testing guidance
• Stability data available
• Research protocol support
• Documentation assistance

Safety & Regulatory Information

• Research use only
• Complete safety documentation
• Handling guidelines provided
• Environmental information available

For detailed technical information, bulk quantities, or custom requirements, contact BIORLAB’s scientific team.

Note: This product is intended for laboratory research purposes only. Not for human consumption or therapeutic use without proper approval.