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