Description

Sulfogangliotetraosylceramide Iv(3) is a specific, sulfated glycosphingolipid belonging to the ganglioside family, a class of complex lipids crucial for cellular recognition and signaling. This compound is of significant interest in advanced biochemical and pharmaceutical research due to its role in modulating cell surface interactions and potential involvement in neurological processes. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and biotechnology companies focused on neurochemistry, glycobiology, and the development of diagnostic tools or therapeutic agents targeting lipid-mediated pathways.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a high-purity standard or reagent in studies investigating ganglioside metabolism, sulfation pathways, and lipid raft dynamics.
• Neuroscience Studies: Applied in research models to understand the role of sulfated glycolipids in neural development, synaptic function, and neurodegenerative conditions.
• Diagnostic Development: Serves as a critical antigen or reference material in the development of immunoassays and detection kits for specific lipid biomarkers.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Employed in drug discovery programs targeting glycosphingolipid-related diseases, including certain lysosomal storage disorders.
• Cell Biology: Utilized to study cell membrane composition, receptor-ligand interactions, and signal transduction mechanisms influenced by sulfated gangliosides.
• Enzymology: Acts as a substrate for enzymes such as sulfotransferases or glycosidases in enzymatic activity and inhibition assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sulfogangliotetraosylceramide Iv(3)
CAS No.	99251-56-6
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Synonyms	IV3-Sulfate-GgOse4Cer; Gg4Cer-IV3-sulfate; Sulfated Gangliotetraosylceramide; 3-O-Sulfo-Galβ1-3GalNAcβ1-4Galβ1-4Glcβ1-1'Cer; Sulfoganglioside Gg4; Brain Sulfatide (specific isomer); Glycosphingolipid Sulfate; Ceramide Tetrahexoside 3'-Sulfate
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Quality Control

Our Sulfogangliotetraosylceramide Iv(3) is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. We adhere to rigorous analytical standards, utilizing techniques such as HPLC, MS, and NMR for characterization, ensuring the material meets the exacting requirements of the scientific community.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation and degradation. For long-term storage, desiccate and maintain at -80°C. Allow the sealed vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solvent Residue (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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