1-Myristoyl-2-palmitoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine

SKU: orb3177867

Description

1-Myristoyl-2-palmitoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine is an asymmetric phosphatidylcholine containing myristic acid (14:0) at the sn-1 position and palmitic acid (16:0) at the sn-2 position, and it exhibits good membrane stability and fluidity. It is commonly used in the formation of micelles, liposomes, and other types of artificial membranes.

Research Area

Metabolism Research

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 69525-80-0
• MW: 705.99
• Purity: 99.92% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₃₈H₇₆NO₈P
• SMILES: [C@H](COP(OCC[N+](C)(C)C)(=O)[O-])(COC(CCCCCCCCCCCCC)=O)OC(CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)=O
• Target: Liposome

Storage & Handling

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

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Gene Symbol

Liposome