Description
Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid (DGLA) is a metabolite produced by chain elongation of the essential fatty acid γ-linolenic acid. Methyl 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.{1398,2361} Evening primrose oil is a DGLA-rich nutraceutical which has been advocated for such uses.
Formal name: 8Z,11Z,14Z-eicosatrienoic acid, methyl ester
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Molecular weight: 320.5
CAS: 21061-10-9
Purity: ≥98%
Formulation: A solution in ethanol
Product Type|Biochemicals|Lipids|Fatty Esters/Ethers||Research Area|Lipid Biochemistry|Fatty Acids