Description

Glycosphingolipid CAS NO 308067-30-3 is a complex sphingolipid characterized by a carbohydrate moiety attached to a ceramide backbone, playing a crucial role in cellular recognition and signaling. This high-purity compound is essential for advanced research and development in life sciences, where precise molecular structure and biological activity are paramount. It is primarily utilized by biopharmaceutical researchers, diagnostic developers, and academic institutions focused on immunology, oncology, and metabolic disease studies.

Application

• Biomedical Research: Used as a critical standard or reagent in studies of cell membrane biology, signal transduction, and lipid raft formation.
• Drug Discovery & Development: Serves as a target molecule or screening tool for developing therapeutics targeting glycosphingolipid-related pathways in cancers and lysosomal storage disorders.
• Diagnostic Assay Development: Employed in the formulation of immunoassays and biosensors for the detection of specific antibodies or biomarkers associated with autoimmune and infectious diseases.
• Biochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate or building block for the enzymatic or chemical synthesis of more complex glycolipids and neoglycoconjugates.
• Cell Culture & Neuroscience: Applied in specialized cell culture media or as a factor to influence neuronal differentiation, growth, and repair.
• Vaccine Adjuvant Research: Investigated for its immunomodulatory properties in the development of novel vaccine formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycosphingolipid
CAS No.	308067-30-3
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Ganglioside GM3 (LacCer); Lactosylceramide; D-Galactosyl-β1-4-D-glucosylceramide; β-D-Galactosyl-(1→4)-β-D-glucosyl-(1↔1)-N-acylsphingosine; Glycosylceramide; Glycolipid; Ceramide lactoside; Gb3/CD77 (Note: Specific isomer/structure dependent)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Glycosphingolipid is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, TLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS), to ensure identity, purity, and biological consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles for research-grade materials to guarantee reliable and reproducible performance in your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. Allow the sealed vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation and moisture ingress. For short-term use, store desiccated at 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Solvent Residue (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Biological Activity	Assay-specific; Contact for details

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