Description

C3 Ceramide CAS NO 362678-52-2 is a synthetic, short-chain ceramide analog, a key signaling molecule in cellular processes. This compound is crucial for research and development in life sciences due to its role in studying apoptosis, cell differentiation, and skin barrier function. It is primarily sought by researchers and formulators in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced cosmetic industries for high-purity biochemical applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a critical reagent in cell biology studies to investigate programmed cell death (apoptosis) and cellular stress responses.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a reference standard and an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in the development of novel therapeutics targeting cancer and metabolic disorders.
• Advanced Cosmetic Science: Incorporated into high-performance skincare formulations to study and mimic natural skin lipids for enhancing barrier repair and moisturization.
• Cell Culture & Diagnostics: Applied in specialized cell culture media and diagnostic assay development to modulate specific lipid-mediated signaling pathways.
• Lipidomics & Metabolomics: Utilized as a standard compound in mass spectrometry and chromatography for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of sphingolipid profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	C3 Ceramide
CAS No.	362678-52-2
Molecular Formula	C3H7NO2
Molecular Weight	89.09 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetylsphingosine; D-erythro-C3-Ceramide; N-Acetyl-D-erythro-sphingosine; C2-Ceramide (common misnomer); N-Acetylsphinganine; Ceramide C3; 2S,3R-2-Acetamido-3-hydroxyoctadec-4-ene-1,3-diol (related long-chain IUPAC); Sphingosine, N-acetyl-
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Quality Control

Our C3 Ceramide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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) to prevent oxidation. For long-term storage, desiccate to protect against moisture. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to avoid condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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