LEUKOTRIENE A3 METHYL ESTER

CAS NO.：83851-38-1
Empirical Formula: C21H34O3
Molecular Weight: 334.49
MDL number: MFCD00065894
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-05-28 02:00:05

What is LEUKOTRIENE A3 METHYL ESTER?

Description

Biosynthesis of LTA₃ occurs from 5,8,11-eicosatrienoic acid via the 5-LO pathway and it is the putative intermediate in the biosynthesis of 3-series leukotrienes. LTA₃ as a free acid is highly unstable. The methyl ester is stable and can be readily hydrolyzed to the free acid as needed.

The Uses of LEUKOTRIENE A3 METHYL ESTER

LTA3 (Leukotriene A3 methyl ester) is a suicide inhibitor of LTA4 hydrolase.

What are the applications of Application

LTA3 (Leukotriene A3 methyl ester) is a suicide inhibitor of LTA4 hydrolase

Properties of LEUKOTRIENE A3 METHYL ESTER

Flash point:	-26 °C
storage temp.	−20°C
solubility	DMF: >50 mg/ml; DMSO: >50 mg/ml; Ethanol: >50 mg/ml; PBS pH 7.2: >1 mg/ml
form	Colorless liquid.

Safety information for LEUKOTRIENE A3 METHYL ESTER

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Flame Flammables GHS02 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 Health Hazard GHS08 Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H225:Flammable liquids H304:Aspiration hazard H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H336:Specific target organ toxicity,single exposure; Narcotic effects H373:Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure H411:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P201:Obtain special instructions before use. P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P273:Avoid release to the environment. P331:Do NOT induce vomiting. P301+P310:IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.