C8 Dihydroceramide

SKU: orb1691679

Description

C8 Ceramide (N-Octanoyl-D-erythro-sphingosine) is a cell-permeable ceramide analog with chemotherapeutic and anti-proliferative properties, also shown to enhance dendritic cell-mediated T cell responses. Its dihydro form serves as a negative control. Research applications include studying apoptosis, immunomodulation, and PKC signaling in vitro.

Research Area

Epigenetics & Chromatin, Signal Transduction

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 145774-33-0
• MW: 427.70
• Formula: C₂₆H₅₃NO₃
• SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[C@@H](O)[C@H](CO)NC(=O)CCCCCCC
• Target: PKC,Others

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

6610274