Formulation: A solution in ethanol
Formal Name: 5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z-eicosapentaenoic acid, methyl ester
Purity: ≥98%
Formula Markup: C21H32O2
Formula Weight: 316,5
Shelf life (days): 730
CAS Number: 2734-47-6
Notes: Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is an ω-3 fatty acid which can have beneficial effects on vascular and immune physiology.{20051,20050,20049} Also, EPA serves as a precursor for resolvins, mediators that help resolve inflammatory processes.{20052} Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) methyl ester is an esterified form of EPA (Item Nos. 90110 / 90110.1 / 21908). It has been used as a reference standard in the quantification of fatty acids in microalgal and fish oils.{54169}