Description

1,2-Dihexadecanoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Diphosphocytidine Potassium Salt is a high-purity, synthetic phospholipid-conjugated nucleotide derivative. This compound is a critical biochemical reagent and building block for advanced research in lipid metabolism, signal transduction, and membrane biophysics. It is essential for scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science research sectors developing novel therapeutics and diagnostic tools.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A key substrate and intermediate in enzymatic studies of phospholipid and nucleotide metabolism, particularly for investigating CDP-diacylglycerol synthases and related pathways.
• Lipidomics & Metabolomics: Serves as a critical analytical standard for the identification and quantification of complex phospholipids and their metabolites in biological samples using LC-MS/MS.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used as a precursor or model compound in the research and development of lipid-based drug delivery systems, such as liposomes and lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) for nucleic acid therapeutics.
• Enzyme Assay Development: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) assays to discover and characterize inhibitors or activators of enzymes involved in phospholipid biosynthesis.
• Membrane Protein Studies: Utilized in the reconstitution and functional analysis of membrane-associated proteins and receptors that require specific lipid cofactors.
• Synthetic Biology: Acts as a building block for the in vitro synthesis of complex, defined phospholipids to create artificial membranes and protocells.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dihexadecanoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Diphosphocytidine Potassium Salt
CAS No.	3152-52-1
Molecular Formula	C44H79N3O17P2K2
Molecular Weight	1056.22 g/mol
Synonyms	CDP-Dipalmitin (Potassium Salt); Cytidine Diphosphate Dipalmitate; CDP-Dipalmitoyl Glycerol; 1,2-Dipalmitoyl-sn-glycerol-3-cytidine-5'-diphosphate Potassium Salt; Cytidine-5'-diphospho-1,2-dipalmitoyl-sn-glycerol; CDP-Dipalmitoyl-sn-glycerol Potassium Salt; CDP-DG (C16:0); CDP-Dipalmitoyl Phosphatidylcholine Precursor
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dihexadecanoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Diphosphocytidine Potassium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and MS for structural confirmation, and stringent controls for residual solvents and moisture content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided to ensure reproducibility and reliability for your critical research and development applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Biological Activity (Enzymatic Assay)	Contact for details

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