Description

1,2-Diphytanoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Phospho-(1'-Rac-Glycerol) (Sodium Salt) is a high-purity, synthetic phospholipid derivative featuring branched phytanoyl chains. This compound is critical for creating stable, biomimetic membrane systems due to its unique structural properties that enhance bilayer integrity. It is an essential research-grade material for scientists in biophysics, membrane protein research, and advanced drug delivery formulation, where precise lipid composition is paramount.

Application

• Model Membrane Systems: A key component for constructing stable liposomes, planar lipid bilayers, and nanodiscs used in biophysical studies.
• Membrane Protein Research: Used to solubilize, stabilize, and reconstitute transmembrane proteins for functional and structural analysis.
• Drug Delivery Development: Serves as a critical excipient in the formulation of lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) and liposomal carriers for targeted therapeutic delivery.
• Biosensor & Diagnostic Platforms: Incorporated into sensor surfaces to create robust, cell-mimicking interfaces for analyte detection.
• Antimicrobial & Peptide Studies: Utilized in membrane interaction studies to evaluate the mechanism of action of antimicrobial peptides and other membrane-active compounds.
• Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for lipidomics research and quality control in related lipid-based products.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Diphytanoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Phospho-(1'-Rac-Glycerol) (Sodium Salt)
CAS No.	474967-73-2
Molecular Formula	C46H88NaO10P
Molecular Weight	855.15 g/mol
Synonyms	DPhPG (Na Salt); 1,2-Diphytanoyl-sn-glycero-3-phospho-(1'-rac-glycerol) sodium salt; Diphytanoyl Phosphatidylglycerol, Sodium Salt; PG(15:0/15:0) Sodium Salt (phytanoyl); 3-sn-Phosphatidyl-1'-rac-glycerol, 1,2-di(3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoyl)-, sodium salt; DPhPG-Na; 1,2-Di-O-phytanyl-sn-glycero-3-phospho-(1'-rac-glycerol) sodium salt; (Rac)-PG(diPhytanoyl) Sodium Salt
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 1,2-Diphytanoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Phospho-(1'-Rac-Glycerol) (Sodium Salt) is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We guarantee high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through comprehensive analytical techniques including NMR, MS, and HPLC. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to ensure it meets the exacting standards of research and development 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) to prevent oxidation and hydrolysis. 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 (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Solvent Residue (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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