C20 Ceramide
C20 Ceramide (N-Arachidoyl-D-sphingosine) is a saturated 20:0 ceramide present in brain tissue. It is capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier, where it activates microglia and promotes depressive-like behaviors in preclinical models, making it a relevant tool for neuroinflammation and psychiatric disorder research.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
7344-02-7
Product Name Alternative
C20 Ceramide, Endogenous Metabolite, EndogenousMetabolite, N-Arachidoyl-D-sphingosine
Field of Research
Metabolism Research
Purity
99.66% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
Ethanol:< 1 mg/mL (insoluble)
Smiles
[C@@H] (NC (CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC) =O) ([C@@H] (/C=C/CCCCCCCCCCCCC) O) CO
Molecular Formula
C38H75NO3
Molecular Weight
594.01
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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