Synonyms: α-Lnn; cis,cis,cis-9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid
Formula: CH3(CH2CH=CH)3(CH2)7CO2H
Formula Weight: 278.43
CAS No.: 463-40-1
Purity: ≥98.5% (GC)
Density: 0.914 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Storage Temperature: −20°C
Biochem/physiol Actions: An ω-3 fatty acid that serves as a precursor to eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) but not docosahexaenoic acid. Conversion is greater in women than men, and conversely, β-oxidation metabolism is greater in men than women.1
Assay: ≥98.5% (GC)
BP: 230-232°C/1 mmHg(lit.)
Density: 0.914 g/mL at 25°C(lit.)
Grade: analytical standard
MP: -11°C(lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.480
Shelf Life: (limited shelf life, expiry date on the label)
Storage Temp.: −20°C