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C6 Ceramide (Cat No.: R020634) is a synthetic sphingolipid that serves as a bioactive molecule in various cellular processes. It plays a crucial role in regulating apoptosis, cell differentiation, and cell signaling. By modulating the ceramide pathway, C6 Ceramide influences the balance between cell survival and death, making it a potential therapeutic agent in cancer research. Additionally, it has shown promise in treating skin diseases, as ceramide-based compounds help restore skin barrier function and moisture retention, supporting dermatological treatments.
| CAS Number | 124753-97-5 |
| Synonyms | N-[(1S,2R,3E)-2-Hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)-3-heptadecen-1-yl]hexanamide;?N-Hexanoy-D-sphingosine; N-Hexanoylsphingosine; N-Caproyl-D-sphingosine; Caproyl Ceramide; |
| Molecular Formula | C24H47NO3 |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| Target | Apoptosis |
| Storage | -20°C |
| IUPAC Name | N-[(E,2S,3R)-1,3-dihydroxyoctadec-4-en-2-yl]hexanamide |
| InChI | 1S/C24H47NO3/c1-3-5-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-18-19-23(27)22(21-26)25-24(28)20-17-6-4-2/h18-19,22-23,26-27H,3-17,20-21H2,1-2H3,(H,25,28)/b19-18+/t22-,23+/m0/s1 |
| InChIKey | NPRJSFWNFTXXQC-QFWQFVLDSA-N |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCC/C=C/[C@H]([C@H](CO)NC(=O)CCCCC)O |
| Chemistry Calculators | Dilution Calculator In vivo Formulation Calculator Molarity Calculator Molecular Weight Calculator Reconstitution Calculator |
