Description

12-(1-Pyrenedodecanoyl)Sphingosylgalactosyl-o-3-Sulfate is a sophisticated, fluorescently labeled sulfated glycosphingolipid derivative, designed for advanced research applications. This compound matters as a critical tool for probing lipid metabolism, membrane dynamics, and receptor-ligand interactions due to its pyrene fluorophore and specific sulfated galactose headgroup. It is primarily needed by researchers and developers in the fields of biochemistry, cell biology, and pharmaceutical discovery, particularly for studying sphingolipid signaling pathways and developing targeted therapeutic agents.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a fluorescent probe for studying the behavior, trafficking, and metabolism of sulfated glycosphingolipids in cellular systems.
• Membrane Biophysics: For investigating lipid-lipid and lipid-protein interactions within artificial or natural membranes using fluorescence spectroscopy techniques.
• Cell Signaling Studies: To visualize and analyze the role of specific sulfated sphingolipids in cell surface recognition and signal transduction pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Screening: As a high-specificity substrate or ligand in assays designed to discover inhibitors or modulators of enzymes or receptors involved in glycolipid metabolism.
• Diagnostic Development: Potential use in developing fluorescent-based diagnostic tools for diseases associated with sphingolipid imbalances.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key reagent for fundamental and applied research in glycoscience and lipidomics across global biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors.

Basic Information

Product Name	12-(1-Pyrenedodecanoyl)Sphingosylgalactosyl-o-3-Sulfate
CAS No.	111682-15-6
Molecular Formula	C56H81NO13S
Molecular Weight	1000.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Pyrene-labeled Sulfogalactosylceramide; 12-(1-Pyrenedodecanoyl)sulfogalactosylsphingosine; N-(1-Pyrenedodecanoyl)-sulfogalactosylsphingosine; Sulfatide Pyrene Derivative; Fluorescent Sulfatide; Galactosylceramide Sulfate, Pyrene-conjugated; 3-O-Sulfogalactosylceramide, N-(1-Pyrenedodecanoyl)-; 12-(Pyren-1-yl)dodecanoyl-sphingosyl-1-O-β-galactoside-3-sulfate
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Quality Control

Every batch of 12-(1-Pyrenedodecanoyl)Sphingosylgalactosyl-o-3-Sulfate is produced and analyzed under strict quality protocols to ensure the highest standard of purity and batch-to-batch consistency required for sensitive research applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a desiccated environment. This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Fluorescence Properties	Conforms to reference spectrum

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