Description

D-Erythro-Sphingosine (Egg, Chicken) CAS NO 475662-41-0 is a high-purity, naturally derived sphingolipid backbone, a critical building block in cellular biochemistry. This compound is essential for research and development in lipidomics, cell signaling studies, and the synthesis of complex sphingolipids. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced life science sectors for investigating apoptosis, cell proliferation, and metabolic pathways.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Fundamental studies in sphingolipid metabolism, cell signaling cascades, and membrane biology.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Synthesis of novel ceramides, sphingomyelins, and glycosphingolipids for drug discovery programs.
• Cell Culture & Diagnostics: Used as a standard or reagent in assays studying cell growth, differentiation, and death (apoptosis).
• Lipidomics: A key analytical standard for mass spectrometry and chromatography in lipid profiling and biomarker discovery.
• Cosmeceutical Research: Investigation into skin barrier function and the development of topical formulations targeting skin health.
• Neuroscience Research: Study of sphingolipid roles in neuronal development, function, and neurodegenerative diseases.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Erythro-Sphingosine (Egg, Chicken)
CAS No.	475662-41-0
Molecular Formula	C18H37NO2
Molecular Weight	299.50 g/mol
Synonyms	(2S,3R)-2-Amino-3-hydroxyoctadec-4-ene; D-erythro-Sphingosine; trans-4-Sphingenine; Sphing-4-enine; (2S,3R,4E)-2-Amino-4-octadecene-1,3-diol; Sphingosine (Egg); Sphingosine (Natural); Sphingolipid Backbone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our D-Erythro-Sphingosine is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. Allow the sealed vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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