Cosmetic Active Ingredients

Methyl Arachidonate

  • CAS No.2566-89-4
  • GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
  • Availability● In Stock

High-purity Methyl Arachidonate (CAS 2566-89-4), ideal for cosmetic formulations and analytical standards in biochemical research.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

Methyl Arachidonate is the methyl ester derivative of arachidonic acid, a polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid. With a molecular formula of C21H34O2 and a molecular weight of 318.49 g/mol, this compound is widely utilized in cosmetic science and analytical chemistry due to its structural fidelity and stability under controlled conditions.

Specifications

CAS Number2566-89-4
Molecular FormulaC21H34O2
Molecular Weight318.49 g/mol
Purity≥98%
Density0.901 g/cm³
Boiling Point403.9°C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point102°C
Refractive Index1.485
StorageFilled with argon, sealed and stored at -18°C, protected from light
Packaging25 kg per drum

Industrial Applications

In the field of cosmetic active ingredients, Methyl Arachidonate serves as a valuable lipid-based component that supports skin barrier function studies and emollient system development. Its well-defined chemical structure makes it suitable for incorporation into advanced skincare formulations targeting inflammation modulation and epidermal repair mechanisms.

Beyond cosmetics, this compound is extensively employed as a reference standard in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) for the quantification and identification of fatty acid profiles in biological and industrial samples. Its high purity ensures reliable calibration and reproducible analytical results.

  • Used in R&D of anti-aging and barrier-repair cosmetic products
  • Serves as a certified analytical standard for lipidomics
  • Compatible with cold-chain formulation processes
  • Stable under inert atmosphere and cryogenic storage