Description

C16 Ceramide-1-Phosphate (D18:1/16:0) (Ammonium Salt) is a specific, high-purity sphingolipid metabolite essential for cellular signaling and membrane structure research. This compound matters as a critical reagent for studying the role of ceramide-1-phosphate in inflammatory pathways, cell proliferation, and apoptosis. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and advanced cosmetics sectors for biochemical assays, drug discovery, and high-end formulation studies.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard and reagent in studies of sphingolipid metabolism, signal transduction, and lipid second messenger functions.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in the development of novel therapeutics targeting inflammatory and proliferative diseases.
• Cell Biology Studies: Applied in cell culture models to investigate the effects of Ceramide-1-Phosphate on cell survival, migration, and inflammatory responses.
• Cosmetic Science: Incorporated into advanced skincare formulations for its potential role in skin barrier function and cellular communication research.
• Diagnostic Assay Development: Utilized in the development and calibration of ELISA kits and other diagnostic tools for lipid biomarker detection.
• Lipidomics: Acts as a critical reference standard in mass spectrometry-based lipidomic profiling for accurate identification and quantification.

Basic Information

Product Name	C16 Ceramide-1-Phosphate (D18:1/16:0) (Ammonium Salt)
CAS No.	1246303-22-9
Molecular Formula	C34H69N2O7P
Molecular Weight	648.89 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(hexadecanoyl)-sphing-4-enine-1-phosphate ammonium salt; Ceramide-1-phosphate (d18:1/16:0) ammonium salt; C16:0 Ceramide-1-Phosphate (ammonium); C1P (d18:1/16:0) ammonium salt; N-Palmitoyl-D-erythro-sphingosine-1-phosphate ammonium salt; Sphingosine-1-phosphate analogue; (2S,3R,4E)-2-Hexadecanoylamino-4-octadecene-1,3-diol 1-phosphate ammonium salt
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and pharmaceutical use. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to confirm identity, purity, and stability. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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