Description

Monosialoganglioside Gm3 is a specific glycosphingolipid characterized by a single sialic acid residue attached to a lactosylceramide core. This compound is a critical bioactive molecule involved in cell membrane structure, signal transduction, and cellular recognition processes. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors, particularly for applications in neuroscience, immunology, and oncology research.

Application

• Biomedical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in studies of cell signaling, membrane biology, and glycosphingolipid metabolism.
• Neuroscience Studies: Investigated for its role in neuronal development, synaptic function, and in models of neurological disorders.
• Immunology & Cancer Research: Employed to study its function in immune cell modulation, tumor progression, and metastasis.
• Diagnostic Development: Serves as a potential antigen or target in the development of diagnostic assays and tools.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Utilized as a reference compound or intermediate in drug discovery programs targeting ganglioside-related pathways.
• Biochemical Analysis: Acts as a critical component in enzymatic assays and analytical method development for sphingolipids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Monosialoganglioside Gm3
CAS No.	54827-14-4
Molecular Formula	C73H131N3O31
Molecular Weight	1546.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Ganglioside GM3; II3α-NeuAc-LacCer; α-N-Acetylneuraminosyl-(2→3)-β-D-galactosyl-(1→4)-β-D-glucosyl-(1↔1)-N-acylsphingosine; Lactosylceramide α-2,3-sialoside; Neu5Acα2-3Galβ1-4Glcβ1-1'Cer; Monosialotetrahexosylganglioside; GM3 Ganglioside
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Quality Control

Our Monosialoganglioside Gm3 is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0 %
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Biological Activity	To be specified per grade

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