Description
Arachidonic Acid, powder
Chemical Name: Microbial oil with a high content of arachidonic
acid (AA or ARA).
Description: Light yellow to light beige free-flowing powder
consisting of spherical particle
Applications: The product is suitable in particular for enrichment
of infant formula and maternal nutrition products where there is a
specific need for AA supplementation.
Composition: The particles contain microencapsulated microbial oil
rich in Arachidonic Acid (AA) that is coated with modified *****
product contains ascorbyl palmitate and vitamin E as
antioxidants.
Solubility: Dispersible in cold water to form a milky emulsion with
good long-term stability.
Potency of powder: (Calculated as triglycerides) AA: min *0 weight
%
Typical Analysis:
Items Standard Typical?
AA Content (count by C*0H*2O2) >*0%
?*0.9
Peroxide value
Particle-size: **0 ***0 mesh
Bulk Density: Approx 0.*8g/ml
Packaging: 1 kg foil vacuum pack.(special packaging is available
for larger orders.)
Storage: The product should be stored in the tightly closed
original packaging in a cool and dry place. The product is
sensitive to air, heat and light and should be used as soon as
possible after opening.
Shelf Life: *4 months under the condition of airproof and lower
than *0oC.
Arachidonic Acid is an unsaturated fatty acid,
CH3(CH2)3(CH2CH:CH)4(CH2)3COOH, that is essential for growth in
mammals. It can be synthesized from linoleic acid.
Arachidonic acid acts as a precursor to several biologically active
compounds, including prostaglandins, and plays an important role in
membrane production and fat metabolism. The release of arachidonic
acid from membrane phospholipids is triggered by certain
hormones.
Note: The above analysises are typical guides. They are not to be
construed as being specifications.