Description

C16 Peg2 Ceramide is a high-purity, synthetic ceramide derivative engineered for advanced formulation stability and delivery. This compound is critical for enhancing the performance and bioavailability of active ingredients in sensitive applications. It serves as a key functional ingredient for research and development scientists, formulation chemists, and quality assurance professionals in the pharmaceutical and premium personal care industries seeking reliable, specification-grade raw materials.

Application

• As a penetration enhancer and stabilizer in topical pharmaceutical formulations, including creams and ointments.
• Key component in the development of advanced liposomal and nano-emulsion drug delivery systems for improved therapeutic outcomes.
• Functional ingredient in high-end skincare products, such as anti-aging serums and moisturizers, to restore skin barrier function.
• Used in cosmeceutical research for studying skin lipid metabolism and barrier repair mechanisms.
• As a reference standard in analytical laboratories for quality control and method development.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of more complex sphingolipid analogs for biological activity studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	C16 Peg2 Ceramide
CAS No.	212116-78-4
Molecular Formula	C38H75NO5
Molecular Weight	625.99 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-[2-[2-hydroxyethoxy)ethyl]hexadecanamide; N-Hexadecanoyl-2-aminoethyl-PEG2; Ceramide AP; PEG-2 Ceramide; C16 Ceramide AP; N-Palmitoyl-2-aminoethyl-PEG2; 1-O-Hexadecanoyl-2-aminoethyl-diethylene glycol
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Quality Control

Every batch of our C16 Peg2 Ceramide is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific results is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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