(+/-)5(6)-Epoxy-8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z-eicosatetraenoic acid, methyl ester, commonly referred to as a methyl ester of an epoxy fatty acid, is a compound characterized by its complex structure featuring an epoxy group and multiple double bonds within a long carbon chain. This substance is derived from eicosatetraenoic acid, which is a polyunsaturated fatty acid. The presence of the epoxy group indicates that it has undergone a specific type of chemical reaction, leading to increased reactivity and potential biological activity. The methyl ester form suggests that it is a fatty acid esterified with methanol, which can influence its solubility and reactivity. Such compounds are often studied for their potential roles in biological systems, including their effects on cell signaling and inflammation. Additionally, the stereochemistry indicated by the (+/-) notation suggests the presence of chiral centers, leading to the existence of enantiomers that may exhibit different biological activities. Overall, this compound is of interest in fields such as biochemistry, pharmacology, and nutrition.

(+/-)5(6)-EPOXY-8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z-EICOSATETRAENOIC ACID, METHYL ESTER

127716-49-8: (+/-)5(6)-Epoxy-8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z-eicosatetraenoic acid, methyl ester, commonly referred to as a methyl ester of an epoxy fatty acid, is a compound characterized by its complex structure featuring an epoxy group and multiple double bonds within a long carbon chain. This substance is derived from eicosatetraenoic acid, which is a polyunsaturated fatty acid. The presence of the epoxy group indicates that it has undergone a specific type of chemical reaction, leading to increased reactivity and potential biological activity. The methyl ester form suggests that it is a fatty acid esterified with methanol, which can influence its solubility and reactivity. Such compounds are often studied for their potential roles in biological systems, including their effects on cell signaling and inflammation. Additionally, the stereochemistry indicated by the (+/-) notation suggests the presence of chiral centers, leading to the existence of enantiomers that may exhibit different biological activities. Overall, this compound is of interest in fields such as biochemistry, pharmacology, and nutrition.

<p>(±)5(6)-EpETE methyl ester ((±)5,6-EEQ methyl ester) is biosynthesized from cytochrome P450.1.2 in rat and rabbit liver microsomes.</p>

CAS 127716-49-8

(+/-)5(6)-EPOXY-8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z-EICOSATETRAENOIC ACID, METHYL ESTER

(±)5(6)-EpETE methyl ester

Ref: TM-T37224

5(6)-epoxy-8(Z),11(Z),14(Z),17(Z)-eicosatetraenoic acid, methyl ester

Ref: 48-22-2040