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22244

Sigma-Aldrich

Ceramide from bovine spinal cord

≥98.0% (TLC)

Synonym(s):

Bovine Spinal Cord Ceramide

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MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352211
NACRES:
NA.25

biological source

bovine spinal cord

Quality Level

Assay

≥98.0% (TLC)

form

solid

impurities

α-hydroxy fatty acids

solubility

chloroform/methanol (99:1): 20 mg/mL, clear, colorless

lipid type

sphingolipids

shipped in

wet ice

storage temp.

−20°C

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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) .

Preparation Note

from cerebrosides by a modification of the procedure by H.E. Carter et al., J. Lipid Res. 2, 228 (1961)

Other Notes

Sales restrictions may apply

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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