Description

Glucopsychosine CAS NO 52050-17-6 is a bioactive glycosphingolipid, specifically a glucosyl derivative of psychosine. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research due to its role as a metabolic intermediate in sphingolipid pathways. It is primarily utilized by researchers and developers in the life sciences sector for studying lysosomal storage disorders, lipid metabolism, and as a reference standard in analytical applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a critical intermediate and reference standard in the study of sphingolipid metabolism and related enzymatic pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key starting material or reference compound in the research and development of therapies for lysosomal storage diseases such as Krabbe disease.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the formulation of calibration standards and controls for diagnostic assays targeting specific lipid biomarkers.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in cell biology, neurochemistry, and lipidomics.
• Enzyme Activity Assays: Acts as a specific substrate for assaying the activity of enzymes like glucocerebrosidase and other glycosidases.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glucopsychosine
CAS No.	52050-17-6
Molecular Formula	C24H47NO9
Molecular Weight	493.64 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Glucopyranoside, 1-O-[2-(hexadecylamino)-1-(hydroxymethyl)-2-oxoethyl]-, (R)-; β-Glucopsychosine; Glucosylsphingosine; Psychosine glucoside; D-Glucosyl-β-psychosine; Galactopsychosine analog; Glc-Psychosine; 1-O-(β-D-Glucopyranosyl)-N-hexadecanoylsphingosine
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Quality Control

Our Glucopsychosine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (NMR, MS), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry, cool place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under desiccant to maintain stability and purity. Allow the product to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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