Description

Forssman Glycolipid CAS NO 60267-39-2 is a specific glycosphingolipid antigen of significant interest in immunological and biomedical research. This compound is a critical reagent for studying antibody responses, cellular recognition, and glycolipid biology. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, diagnostic developers, and pharmaceutical companies engaged in immunology, vaccine development, and cancer research.

Application

• Immunological Research: Used as a defined antigen to study antibody production, B-cell responses, and immune system modulation.
• Diagnostic Development: Serves as a coating antigen or standard in immunoassays (e.g., ELISA) for detecting specific anti-glycolipid antibodies.
• Vaccine Adjuvant Studies: Investigated for its potential role in enhancing or directing immune responses in novel vaccine formulations.
• Cancer Research: Employed in studies exploring glycolipid expression on tumor cells and related immunotherapy targets.
• Biochemical Standard: Acts as a high-purity reference standard for analytical method development and quality control in glycolipid analysis.
• Cell Biology: Used to probe cell surface interactions, membrane dynamics, and receptor-ligand binding studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Forssman Glycolipid
CAS No.	60267-39-2
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Forssman Antigen; Globopentaosylceramide (GalNAcα1-3GalNAcβ1-3Galα1-4Galβ1-4Glcβ1-Cer); GalNAcα1-3GalNAcβ1-3Galα1-4Galβ1-4Glcβ1-Cer; Ceramide pentasaccharide; Forssman glycosphingolipid; GB5Cer; α-GalNAc-(1→3)-β-GalNAc-(1→3)-α-Gal-(1→4)-β-Gal-(1→4)-β-Glc-Cer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Forssman Glycolipid is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure identity, potency, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided to support your research and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere. This product is easily oxidized and light-sensitive. Allow the vial to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Solubility	Soluble in Chloroform/Methanol/Water mixtures

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