Description
IUPAC Name: (9Z,12Z,15Z)-octadeca-9,12,15-trienoic acid
InChI: InChI=1S/C18H30O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18(19)20/h3-4,6-7,9-10H,2,5,8,11-17H2,1H3,(H,19,20)/b4-3-,7-6-,10-9-
InChIKey: DTOSIQBPPRVQHS-PDBXOOCHSA-N
Canonical SMILES: CCC=CCC=CCC=CCCCCCCCC(=O)O
Isomeric SMILES: CC/C=CC/C=CC/C=CCCCCCCCC(=O)O
Synonyms: linolenic acid; alpha-Linolenic acid; 463-40-1; linolenate; (9Z,12Z,15Z)-octadeca-9,12,15-trienoic acid; a-Linolenic acid; cis,cis,cis-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid; all-cis-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid; …
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Product Overview
Linolenic Acid (ALA), an essential omega-3 fatty acid, is provided by BIORLAB at high purity (≥98%). This compound is crucial for research in metabolism, inflammation, and cardiovascular studies.
Technical Specifications
- Molecular Formula: C₁₈H₃₀O₂
- Molecular Weight: 278.4 g/mol
- Appearance: Clear, light yellow liquid
- Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents
- Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
- Storage: -20°C under nitrogen
Key Research Applications
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Cardiovascular Research
- Lipid metabolism
- Vascular function
- Anti-inflammatory effects
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Metabolic Studies
- Fatty acid metabolism
- Energy metabolism
- Lipid biosynthesis
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Inflammation Research
- Eicosanoid pathways
- Inflammatory mediators
- Resolution pathways
Storage & Handling
- Store at -20°C
- Keep under nitrogen
- Protect from light and oxygen
- Available in research quantities
- Stability data provided
Research Significance
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Metabolic Functions
- Essential fatty acid
- Precursor to EPA and DHA
- Membrane structure
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Biological Activities
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Cardiovascular protection
- Brain development
Quality Assurance
- Full spectroscopic data provided
- Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
- Batch-specific chromatographic profile
- Research-grade documentation
Research Focus Areas
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Cardiovascular Studies
- Lipid profiles
- Vascular health
- Heart function
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Neurological Research
- Brain development
- Cognitive function
- Neuroprotection
Application Areas
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Pharmaceutical Research
- Drug development
- Mechanism studies
- Formulation research
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Nutritional Studies
- Essential fatty acids
- Metabolism research
- Bioavailability studies
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.