C2 Ceramide
Cell permeable ceramide analog
Product Specifications
Background
Ceramides are a family of lipid molecules that are found in high concentrations within the cell membrane. They act as a signaling molecule. It is also a potent modulator of cell proliferation and differentiation.
CAS Number
3102-57-6
Product Name Alternative
N-[ (2S,3R,4E) -1,3-Dihydroxy-4-octadecen-2-yl]acetamide, N-Acetylsphingosine
UNSPSC
41116105
Type
Inducer
Source
Synthetic
Field of Research
Cancer | Apoptosis
Purity
>98% (TLC) ; NMR (Conforms)
Weight
0.05
Format
White Solid
Solubility
Soluble in DMSO (>50mg/mL); or ethanol (>25mg/mL)
Molecular Formula
C20H39NO3
Molecular Weight
341.53
Precautions
Not for use in humans. Not for use in diagnostics or therapeutics. For in vitro research use only.
References & Citations
1. Haimovitz A., et al. (1994) J Exp Med. 180(2): 525-535.
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