Arachidonic acid, 98%

Name: Arachidonic acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008398

About Arachidonic acid, 98%

Arachidonic acid (CAS 506-32-1) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98% purity. With the molecular formula C20H32O2, it has a molar mass of 304.5 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z)-icosa-5,8,11,14-tetraenoic acid. Common synonyms include (all-Z)-5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoic acid and cis-5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoic acid.

It is supplied as a colourless to light yellow to light orange clear liquid. Key physical data: a melting point of −49 °C and a density of 0.922 g/mL at 25 °C. Store it at 2–8 °C, in a tightly closed container. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span biological staining and organic synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Arachidonic acid in 100 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Biological staining
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Arachidonic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008398
CAS Number	506-32-1
IUPAC name	(5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z)-icosa-5,8,11,14-tetraenoic acid
Molecular formula	C₂₀H₃₂O₂
Molecular weight	304.5 g/mol
Exact mass	304.2402
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29399900
InChIKey	YZXBAPSDXZZRGB-DOFZRALJSA-N
SMILES	CCCCC/C=C\C/C=C\C/C=C\C/C=C\CCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	444899

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to light yellow to light orange clear liquid
Melting point	−49 °C
Density	0.922 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	6.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	(all-Z)-5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoic acid, cis-5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoic acid, 5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z-eicosatetraenoic acid, 5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoic acid, (all-Z)-, all-cis-5,8,11,14-eicosatetraenoic acid, (5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z)-Icosatetraenoic acid, Arachidonate, Sodium, Fatty Acid 20:4 n-6, All-cis-icosa-5,8,11,14-tetraenoic acid, (5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z)-5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoic Acid, Arachidonic Acid, >97%, FA 20:4

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 506-32-1

Cell Culture

Arachidonic acid, cell culture tested

CAS: 506-32-1
Formula: C₂₀H₃₂O₂
MW: 304.5 g/mol

VQ-046196

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Arachidonic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Arachidonic acid, 98% is 506-32-1. It is also known as (all-Z)-5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoic acid, cis-5,8,11,14-Eicosatetraenoic acid, 5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z-eicosatetraenoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Arachidonic acid, 98%?

Arachidonic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C20H32O2 and a molecular weight of 304.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z)-icosa-5,8,11,14-tetraenoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Arachidonic acid, 98% can I order?

We supply Arachidonic acid, 98% in (98%) grade, in 100 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Arachidonic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Arachidonic acid, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Arachidonic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Arachidonic acid, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.

How should Arachidonic acid, 98% be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.