MEL-A
MEL-A is a glycolipid biosurfactant produced by Pseudozyma from vegetable oils. It enhances the low-temperature fluidity of biodiesel and hydrocarbon fuels. Comprising a mix of MEL-A isomers with varying fatty acid chain lengths, MEL-A significantly boosts gene transfection via membrane fusion using cationic liposomes.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
3029766-02-4
Smiles
O (C (CC) =O) [C@@H]1[C@H] (OC (CC) =O) [C@H] (OC[C@@H] ([C@@H] (CO) O) O) O[C@H] (COC (C) =O) [C@H]1OC (C) =O
Molecular Formula
C20H32O13
Molecular Weight
480.46
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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