Description

Sulfoquinovosyl Dipalmitoyl Glyceride is a specialized synthetic glycolipid, a key structural analog of plant sulfolipids. This compound is valued for its role as a high-purity biochemical tool and a critical reference standard in lipidomics and metabolic pathway research. It is primarily required by research institutions and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for applications in membrane biophysics, analytical method development, and the study of lipid-related biological processes.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Reference Standard: Serves as a critical analytical standard for the identification and quantification of sulfolipids in complex biological matrices using techniques like LC-MS.
• Membrane Biophysics Studies: Used to investigate the properties and functions of sulfolipids in artificial membrane systems, studying their impact on membrane fluidity and protein interactions.
• Enzymology & Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Employed as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays to study sulfolipid biosynthesis and catabolism in plants and microorganisms.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents targeting lipid metabolism.
• Cosmetic Science: Investigated for potential applications in advanced skincare formulations due to its unique surfactant and membrane-mimicking properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sulfoquinovosyl Dipalmitoyl Glyceride
CAS No.	109430-50-4
Molecular Formula	C49H92O14S
Molecular Weight	937.32 g/mol
Synonyms	SQDG (16:0/16:0); 1,2-Dihexadecanoyl-3-O-(6-sulfo-α-D-quinovopyranosyl)-sn-glycerol; 6-Sulfo-α-D-quinovopyranosyl-1,2-dihexadecanoate; α-Sulfoquinovosyl dipalmitin; Plant Sulfolipid (synthetic analog); Sulfoquinovosyldiacylglycerol (DP); SQDG-dipalmitoyl
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Quality Control

Our Sulfoquinovosyl Dipalmitoyl Glyceride is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); allow the sealed container to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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