Description

Melibiosylceramide is a specific glycosphingolipid, a complex biomolecule consisting of a ceramide lipid tail linked to a melibiose disaccharide head group. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and development due to its role as a specific intermediate or standard in the study of sphingolipid metabolism and cell signaling pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and biotechnology companies focused on lipidomics, metabolic disorders, and the development of diagnostic tools.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Serves as a high-purity reference standard in lipidomics for the identification and quantification of complex glycosphingolipids in biological samples.
• Enzymatic Studies: Used as a specific substrate for studying the activity and kinetics of glycosidases and glycosyltransferases involved in sphingolipid biosynthesis and degradation.
• Cell Biology & Signaling: Employed in research to investigate the role of specific glycosphingolipids in cell membrane structure, cell-cell recognition, and signal transduction processes.
• Metabolic Disorder Modeling: Applied in the study of lysosomal storage diseases, such as Gaucher's or Fabry's disease, where glycosphingolipid metabolism is disrupted.
• Diagnostic Development: Acts as a critical component in the development and calibration of diagnostic assays and kits for detecting sphingolipid-related disorders.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Utilized as a starting material or intermediate in the research of novel therapeutic agents targeting sphingolipid pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Melibiosylceramide
CAS No.	118440-63-4
Molecular Formula	C54H101NO18
Molecular Weight	1052.4 g/mol
Synonyms	β-D-Galactopyranosyl-(1→6)-α-D-glucopyranosylceramide; Gal(β1-6)Glc-Cer; Melibiose ceramide; D-Galactosyl-(1→6)-D-glucosylceramide; Lactosylceramide isomer; Glycosphingolipid Gb3 (isomer); Ceramide melibioside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Melibiosylceramide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity assessment and mass spectrometry for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR / MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	< 3.0%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF; sparingly soluble in chloroform/methanol mixtures

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