Description

Ara-Cdp-1-o-Octadecyl-2-o-Palmitoyl-Sn-Glycerol is a synthetic, chemically defined glycerolipid derivative. This compound is valued for its role as a critical intermediate and building block in advanced lipid research and pharmaceutical development. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of lipidomics, drug delivery systems (especially liposomal formulations), and synthetic biochemistry.

Application

• Lipidomics Research: Used as a reference standard or synthetic substrate for studying lipid metabolism, enzyme activity, and membrane biophysics.
• Liposomal Drug Delivery: Serves as a key phospholipid analog or excipient in the formulation of novel liposomes for targeted cancer therapies and other controlled-release applications.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Employed in enzymatic assays and studies of lipid-signaling pathways due to its defined chemical structure.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a crucial synthetic precursor in the multi-step synthesis of complex bioactive lipids and prodrugs.
• Model Membrane Systems: Incorporated into artificial membranes (e.g., vesicles, bilayers) to study the effects of specific lipid chains on membrane properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ara-Cdp-1-o-Octadecyl-2-o-Palmitoyl-Sn-Glycerol
CAS No.	103383-67-1
Molecular Formula	C42H83O10P
Molecular Weight	779.07 g/mol
Synonyms	1-O-Octadecyl-2-O-palmitoyl-sn-glycero-3-cytidine diphosphate; Ara-CDP-DG; Cytidine Diphosphate Diacylglycerol Analog; CDP-DAG analog; 1-Stearyl-2-palmitoyl-sn-glycero-3-CDP; sn-Glycerol-3-cytidine-5'-diphosphate, 1-octadecyl-2-palmitoyl derivative
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Quality Control

Our Ara-Cdp-1-o-Octadecyl-2-o-Palmitoyl-Sn-Glycerol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (NMR, MS), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere. This product is both light-sensitive and hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or waxy solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Solubility	Soluble in chloroform, methanol, DMSO

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.