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Eicosapentaenoic Acid - Calbiochem

Synonym(s):

EPA, 5,8,11,14,17-Eicosapentaenoic Acid, C20:5 ψ-3, Eicosapentaenoic Acid - CAS 10417-94-4 - Calbiochem

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
C20H30O2
CAS Number:
UNSPSC Code:
41106300
NACRES:
NA.32

description

Merck USA index - 14, 3531

Quality Level

form

(Clear liquid)

storage condition

OK to freeze

solubility

soluble (Methanol (1 mg/ml))

storage temp.

−20°C

General description

Fatty acid isolated from microscopic algae. Serves as a precursor for the prostaglandin-3 and thromboxane-3 families. It differs from arachidonic acid by the extra double bond between C17 and C18. Has a beneficial effect in cardiovascular diseases and inflammation. Also acts as an antihyperlipoproteinenic agent. Causes elevations of intracellular free Ca2+. Inhibits 5-lipoxygenase and reduces thromboxane A2 production and blood viscosity.

Storage Class Code

10 - Combustible liquids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

200.1 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

93.4 °C - closed cup


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