Dihomo-γ-Linolenic Acid ethyl ester – 50 mg

Brand:
Cayman
CAS:
55968-21-3
Storage:
-20
UN-No:
De Minimis - 1170 / 3

Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid (DGLA) is a metabolite produced by chain elongation of the essential fatty acid γ-linolenic acid. Ethyl DGLA is an esterified version of the free acid which is less water soluble, but more amenable for the formulation of DGLA-containing diets and dietary supplements. DGLA has been advanced as a possible treatment for various inflammatory disorders.{2361,1398} Evening primrose oil is a DGLA-rich nutraceutical which has been advocated for such uses.  

 

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Description

DGLA is a metabolite produced by chain elongation of the essential fatty acid γ-linolenic acid. Ethyl DGLA is an esterified version of the free acid which is less water soluble, but more ammenable for the formulation of DGLA-containing diets and dietary supplements. DGLA has been advanced as a possible treatment for various inflammatory disorders.{2361,1398} Evening primrose oil is a DGLA-rich nutraceutical which has been advocated for such uses.


Formal name: 8Z,11Z,14Z-eicosatrienoic acid, ethyl ester

Synonyms:  Ethyl DGLA

Molecular weight: 334.5

CAS: 55968-21-3

Purity: ≥98%

Formulation: A solution in ethanol