Description

1,2-Dihexanoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Phosphocholine is a synthetic, medium-chain phospholipid, specifically a phosphatidylcholine derivative. This compound serves as a critical building block and model system in advanced lipid research and formulation development. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutraceutical industries who require defined lipid components for applications such as liposome preparation, membrane biophysics studies, and drug delivery systems.

Application

• Liposome & Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) Formulation: A key synthetic phospholipid component for constructing stable, uniform vesicles for drug and gene delivery.
• Membrane Biophysics Research: Used as a model membrane lipid to study lipid bilayer properties, phase behavior, and protein-lipid interactions.
• Biomimetic Coatings & Materials: Incorporated into surface coatings to create biocompatible, cell-membrane mimicking interfaces.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Employed as an emulsifying and solubilizing agent in advanced parenteral and topical formulations.
• Reference Standard & Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a high-purity standard for chromatographic analysis (HPLC, LC-MS) and quality control of lipid-based products.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Utilized in enzymatic assays (e.g., for phospholipases) and as a substrate in metabolic pathway studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dihexanoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Phosphocholine
CAS No.	34506-67-7
Molecular Formula	C20H40NO8P
Molecular Weight	453.50 g/mol
Synonyms	DHPC; Dihexanoyl Phosphatidylcholine; 1,2-Dihexanoylphosphatidylcholine; PC(6:0/6:0); 1,2-Dihexanoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine; 3-sn-Phosphatidylcholine, 1,2-dihexanoyl; Hexanoylphosphatidylcholine; L-α-1,2-Dihexanoylphosphatidylcholine
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dihexanoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Phosphocholine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, typically including results from HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. We support compliance with cGMP and ISO standards for research and pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. 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 solid or waxy solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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