Description

n-Methyl-D-Erythro-Sphingosine is a chemically modified sphingolipid base, a key intermediate in the study of sphingolipid metabolism and signaling pathways. This compound is crucial for researchers investigating the role of sphingolipids in cellular processes such as apoptosis, proliferation, and differentiation. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, academic research institutions, and biotechnology companies focused on metabolic disorders, oncology, and neurology.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A vital intermediate for studying sphingolipid metabolism, ceramide synthesis, and related signaling cascades.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used as a reference standard and building block in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents targeting cancer and inflammatory diseases.
• Cell Biology Studies: Employed to modulate cellular sphingolipid levels to investigate their role in cell growth, death, and stress responses.
• Enzyme Inhibition Assays: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies involving sphingosine kinases and other lipid-modifying enzymes.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A key tool for tracing and understanding complex lipid metabolic networks in model organisms and cell lines.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Essential for basic science research in universities and government labs focused on lipidomics and molecular biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methyl-D-Erythro-Sphingosine
CAS No.	2700-62-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₃₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	313.53 g/mol
Synonyms	D-erythro-N-Methylsphingosine; (2S,3R,4E)-2-Amino-3-hydroxy-4-octadecen-1-ol, N-methyl-; N-Methylsphingosine; N-Methyl-D-erythro-sphingosine; N-Methylsphingenine; N-Methyl-4-sphingenine; N-Methyl-trans-4-sphingenine; N-Methyl-D-erythro-sphingenine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Methyl-D-Erythro-Sphingosine is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be sealed under dry conditions and allowed to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol, DMSO; slightly soluble in water

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