Leukotriene B4
Also known as: (5S,6Z,8E,10E,12R,14Z)-5,12-dihydroxyicosa-6,8,10,14-tetraenoic acid, 5(S),12(R)-dihydroxy-6-cis-8-trans-10-trans-14-cis-eicosatetraenoic acid, 5,12-diHETE, LTB4, (5S,12R)-Leukotriene B4, 6Z,8E,10E,14Z,5S,12R-diHETE
Leukotriene B4 (CAS 71160-24-2) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H32O4 and a molecular weight of 336.466 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -144.0 °C (lit.), a boiling point of 536.4±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 292.3±26.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 71160-24-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-30967-5
- Molecular Formula
- C20H32O4
- Molecular Weight
- 336.466 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -144.0 °C (lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 536.4±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 292.3±26.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 336.230072 |
| PSA | 77.76000 |
| LogP | 4.06 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±3.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.527 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Alkyl-Chain Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. An S, et al. Small-molecule PROTACs: An emerging and promising approach for the development of targeted therapy drugs. EBioMedicine. 2018 Oct;36:553-562 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Leukotriene B4?
The CAS number of Leukotriene B4 is 71160-24-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Leukotriene B4?
Leukotriene B4 has molecular formula C20H32O4 and molecular weight 336.466 g/mol.
Is Leukotriene B4 hazardous?
Leukotriene B4 has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Leukotriene B4?
For Leukotriene B4, Upstream Products: Methyl 5-chloro-5-oxopentanoate.
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