γ-Linolenic acid ethyl ester
γ-Linolenic acid ethyl ester (Ethyl γ-linolenate) is a leukotriene B4 receptor 4 (LTB4) antagonist[1].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
[31450-14-3]
Product Name Alternative
Ethyl γ-linolenate
UNSPSC
12352211
Hazard Statement
H225, H319
Target
Leukotriene Receptor
Type
Reference compound
Related Pathways
GPCR/G Protein
Applications
COVID-19-immunoregulation
Field of Research
Inflammation/Immunology
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/γ-linolenic-acid-ethyl-ester.html
Purity
99.14
Solubility
DMSO : ≥ 250 mg/mL
Smiles
CCCCC/C=C\C/C=C\C/C=C\CCCCC(OCC)=O
Molecular Formula
C20H34O2
Molecular Weight
306.48
Precautions
H225, H319
References & Citations
[1]K A Yagaloff, et al. Essential fatty acids are antagonists of the leukotriene B4 receptor. Prostaglandins Leukot Essent Fatty Acids. 1995 May;52 (5) :293-7.
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
4°C (Powder, protect from light, stored under nitrogen)
Scientific Category
Reference compound1
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
Available Sizes
Curated Selection
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