Description

n-Butanoyl-D-Erythro-Sphingosine is a chemically modified sphingolipid derivative, specifically a butanoylated form of the fundamental sphingoid base. This compound serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and biochemical tool for advanced research in lipidomics, membrane biophysics, and cell signaling pathways. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors who require high-purity, well-defined sphingolipid analogs for drug discovery, biomarker development, and the study of cellular apoptosis and proliferation.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex sphingolipids and ceramides for studying cell membrane structure and function.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a building block for novel therapeutic agents targeting sphingolipid-mediated pathways in cancer, inflammation, and neurodegenerative diseases.
• Lipidomics Standards: Acts as a certified reference material or internal standard in mass spectrometry-based lipid profiling and quantification.
• Cell Signaling Studies: Employed to investigate the role of specific sphingolipid metabolites in apoptosis, autophagy, and cellular stress responses.
• Cosmeceutical R&D: Explored for its potential in skin barrier function research and the development of advanced dermatological formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Butanoyl-D-Erythro-Sphingosine
CAS No.	74713-58-9
Molecular Formula	C22H43NO3
Molecular Weight	369.59 g/mol
Synonyms	D-erythro-Sphingosine, N-Butanoyl-; N-Butanoylsphingosine; C4-Ceramide (D-erythro); (2S,3R,4E)-2-Butanamido-4-octadecene-1,3-diol; N-Butyryl-D-erythro-sphingosine; Ceramide C4; N-Butanoyl-D-erythro-sphingosine; Butanoyl Sphingosine
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Quality Control

Our n-Butanoyl-D-Erythro-Sphingosine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and mass spectrometry for identity verification, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be sealed under dry conditions and allowed to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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