Description

n-Acetoyl 4-Hydroxysphinganine (Saccharomyces Cerevisiae) is a specialized sphingolipid derivative, a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of complex sphingolipids. This compound is critical for research and development in lipidomics, cell signaling studies, and metabolic pathway analysis. It is primarily utilized by biotech and pharmaceutical R&D teams, as well as academic researchers focused on yeast biology, sphingolipid metabolism, and the development of novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A vital standard and intermediate for studying sphingolipid biosynthesis and metabolism in Saccharomyces cerevisiae and other model organisms.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Used as a building block or reference compound in the discovery and development of drugs targeting sphingolipid-related pathways, such as those involved in cell growth, differentiation, and apoptosis.
• Metabolomics & Lipidomics: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for the identification and quantification of sphingolipid species in complex biological samples using LC-MS or GC-MS techniques.
• Enzymology Studies: Employed as a substrate for investigating the activity and kinetics of enzymes involved in the sphingolipid metabolic pathway, including ceramide synthases and hydroxylases.
• Cell Biology: Used to explore the role of sphingolipid intermediates in cell membrane structure, signal transduction, and stress response mechanisms.
• Academic Research: Essential for university and institutional labs conducting fundamental research on yeast genetics, lipid biochemistry, and molecular cell biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Acetoyl 4-Hydroxysphinganine (Saccharomyces Cerevisiae)
CAS No.	475995-69-8
Molecular Formula	C22H45NO5
Molecular Weight	403.60 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetyl-4-hydroxysphinganine; Phytosphingosine N-Acetate; 2-Acetamido-1,3,4-octadecanetriol; (2S,3S,4R)-2-Acetamido-1,3,4-octadecanetriol; C18-Phytosphingosine N-Acetylated; N-Acetyl Phytosphingosine; Yeast-derived Sphingolipid Intermediate; N-Acetyl-D-erythro-sphinganine
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Quality Control

Our n-Acetoyl 4-Hydroxysphinganine is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to ISO 9001 standards, and our analytical methods, including HPLC and MS, are validated to provide reliable data for our global clientele in academia and industry.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. 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 powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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