
Arachidonic acid, MF: C₂₀H₃₂O₂, MW: 304.47, is an essential ω-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid for the human body. The molecule contains four cis double bonds, is prone to oxidation, is slightly soluble in water and soluble in organic solvents, and serves as a precursor to various bioactive substances. It is widely used in the food, health supplement, and biopharmaceutical industries.
| Item | Specification |
| Melting point | -49.5°C |
| Boiling point | 269°C (1.33 kPa) |
| Density | 0.922 g/mL (25°C) |
| Vapor pressure | Extremely low; negligible at room temperature |
| Refractive index | 1.4875 (20°C) |
| Flash point | 230°C |
| Acid dissociation constant (pKa) | ~ 4.75 |
| Odor | Virtually odorless or with a slight greasy odor |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; readily soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, and acetone |
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