Description

L-α-Phosphatidylethanolamines, Bovine Brain is a high-purity, naturally sourced phospholipid essential for cellular membrane structure and function. This compound is critical for research and development in advanced life sciences due to its role in membrane fusion, signaling, and as a precursor for other bioactive lipids. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, diagnostic manufacturers, and academic researchers working on lipidomics, drug delivery systems, and neurological studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: As a key component in liposomal drug delivery systems and as a standard for studying membrane-associated proteins.
• Diagnostic Reagent Formulation: Used in the production of test kits and assays that require specific membrane environments or lipid signaling pathways.
• Biochemical & Neuroscience Studies: Serves as a critical substrate or standard in research on synaptic function, neurodegeneration, and lipid metabolism.
• Cell Culture & Media Supplementation: Employed to create defined lipid environments for specialized cell culture applications.
• Reference Standard: Acts a high-purity analytical standard for quality control in lipid manufacturing and for calibrating laboratory instrumentation like HPLC and mass spectrometers.
• Cosmetic & Dermal Research: Investigated for its biomimetic properties in advanced skincare formulations aimed at barrier function repair.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-α-Phosphatidylethanolamines, Bovine Brain
CAS No.	383907-18-4
Molecular Formula	C41H82NO8P (Representative for 1-palmitoyl-2-oleoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanolamine)
Molecular Weight	~ 747.5 g/mol (Varies by fatty acid composition)
Synonyms	Phosphatidylethanolamine, PE; 1,2-Diacyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanolamine; Brain Phosphatidylethanolamine; Cephalin; L-α-Phosphatidylethanolamine; (3-sn-Phosphatidyl)ethanolamine; PtdEtn; DOPE (when referring to dioleoyl species); EINECS 609-763-3
EINECS	609-763-3

Quality Control

Our L-α-Phosphatidylethanolamines, Bovine Brain is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high purity and consistency, with comprehensive testing including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for parameters such as purity (by HPLC), fatty acid composition, and oxidation state is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; therefore, it should be allowed to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and subsequent degradation. Once opened, use immediately or purge the container with inert gas before resealing.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid or powder
Identification (IR / TLC)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Total Phosphatidylethanolamine)
Fatty Acid Composition (GC)	Consistent with bovine brain origin
Peroxide Value	< 5.0 mEq/kg
Water Content (KF)	< 1.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in chloroform, ethanol; insoluble in water

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