Ceramide from bovine spinal cord
SIGMA/22244 - ≥98.0% (TLC)
Synonym: Bovine Spinal Cord Ceramide
MDL Number: MFCD00146359
Product Type: Chemical
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This image depicts SKU: 22244-100MG
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This image depicts SKU: 22244-25MG
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| assay | ≥98.0% (TLC) |
| biological source | bovine spinal cord |
| form | solid |
| impurities | α-hydroxy fatty acids |
| lipid type | sphingolipids |
| Quality Level | 100  |
| shipped in | wet ice |
| solubility | chloroform/methanol (99:1): 20 mg/mL, clear, colorless |
| storage temp. | −20°C |
| Application: | Ceramide is used to investigate effects on programmed cell death (apoptosis) and insulin signaling. |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | Ceramide is a minor component of cell membranes. Activates atypical protein kinase C (e.g., PKCzeta) . |
| Other Notes: | Sales restrictions may apply |
| Preparation Note: | from cerebrosides by a modification of the procedure by H.E. Carter et al., J. Lipid Res. 2, 228 (1961) |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| Purity | ≥98.0% (TLC) |
| Storage Temp. | −20°C |
| UNSPSC | 12352211 |