Description

C2 Adamantanyl Galactosylceramide (D18:1/2:0) is a synthetic, chemically modified glycosphingolipid analog designed for advanced research and development. This compound is significant for its unique structural combination of an adamantane moiety and a galactosylceramide backbone, which can impart enhanced stability and specific biological activity. It is primarily needed by researchers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, particularly those focused on immunology, drug delivery systems, and the study of lipid rafts and cell signaling pathways.

Application

• Immunological Research: Investigation of lipid antigen presentation and modulation of immune cell responses, including NKT cell activation studies.
• Drug Delivery & Formulation: As a structural component in the development of novel liposomal or nanoparticle-based delivery systems to enhance targeting and stability.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Used as a high-purity reference standard or probe in studies of sphingolipid metabolism and glycosphingolipid function.
• Membrane Biology Studies: Research into lipid raft composition, membrane fluidity, and cell surface receptor interactions due to its unique adamantanyl modification.
• Vaccine Adjuvant Development: Exploration as a potential synthetic adjuvant component to modulate and potentiate vaccine immune responses.

Basic Information

Product Name	C2 Adamantanyl Galactosylceramide (D18:1/2:0)
CAS No.	574738-16-2
Molecular Formula	C50H91NO8
Molecular Weight	810.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Adamantanyl-GalCer; C2-Ad-GalCer; N-Adamantan-1-yl-2-hydroxy-3-[(1S,2R,3E)-2-hydroxy-1-(hexadecanoylamino)heptadec-3-en-1-yl]oxypropyl β-D-galactopyranoside; (2S,3R,4E)-1-O-(β-D-Galactopyranosyl)-N-[(1-adamantyl)methyl]-2-hexadecanoylamino-4-octadecene-1,3-diol; Synthetic Adamantane-modified Glycosphingolipid
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Quality Control

Our C2 Adamantanyl Galactosylceramide is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data are provided to support your research and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under desiccant. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be allowed to equilibrate to room temperature in a dry environment before opening to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (MS)	Conforms
Purity (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.