Description

1-Palmitoyl-2-Dihydrosterculoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Phosphocholine is a synthetic, high-purity phospholipid designed for advanced research and formulation applications. This compound is valued for its unique fatty acid composition, which provides specific biophysical properties to lipid membranes and vesicles. It is an essential material for scientists and manufacturers in the life sciences sector, particularly for developing and studying model membrane systems, drug delivery vehicles like liposomes, and other advanced biomaterials.

Application

• Liposome & Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) Formulation: A key component for creating stable, uniform liposomes and LNPs used in drug delivery systems for encapsulating therapeutic agents.
• Membrane Biophysics Research: Used to construct model lipid bilayers and vesicles (e.g., giant unilamellar vesicles, GUVs) to study membrane fluidity, phase behavior, and protein-lipid interactions.
• Biomimetic Coatings & Materials: Incorporated into surface coatings and materials to impart biocompatible, cell membrane-like properties.
• Cell Culture & Transfection Reagents: Serves as a component in specialized cell culture media supplements and as a helper lipid in non-viral transfection reagents to enhance nucleic acid delivery.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity standard in analytical chemistry, particularly in lipidomics research using techniques like LC-MS for accurate identification and quantification.
• Cosmetic & Dermal Formulations: Used in high-end cosmetic products as a skin-identical lipid to improve skin barrier function and delivery of active ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Palmitoyl-2-Dihydrosterculoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Phosphocholine
CAS No.	81004-53-7
Molecular Formula	C44H86NO8P
Molecular Weight	788.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Palmitoyl-2-dihydrosterculoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine; PC(16:0/19:0); Dihydrosterculoyl Phosphatidylcholine; 1-Hexadecanoyl-2-(9,10-dihydroxyoctadecanoyl)-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine; Phosphatidylcholine (16:0/19:0(DH)); 1-Palmitoyl-2-dihydrosterculoyl phosphatidylcholine; Dihydrosterculic acid-containing PC; (2R)-2,3-Bis[[(9R,10R)-9,10-dihydroxyoctadecanoyl]oxy]propyl 2-(trimethylazaniumyl)ethyl phosphate
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 1-Palmitoyl-2-Dihydrosterculoyl-Sn-Glycero-3-Phosphocholine is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and specific tests is provided with each shipment to support your research and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Allow the product to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or waxy solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Solubility	Soluble in chloroform, methanol, ethanol; forms liposomes in aqueous buffers
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.