CAS 112241-60-8

1,2-Dgpc

Description:

1,2-DGPC, or 1,2-Diacyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine, is a phospholipid that plays a crucial role in cellular membranes and lipid bilayers. It is characterized by its glycerol backbone, which is esterified to two fatty acid chains and a phosphate group linked to a choline moiety. This structure imparts amphiphilic properties, allowing it to form micelles and bilayers in aqueous environments. 1,2-DGPC is often utilized in biochemical research and pharmaceutical formulations due to its ability to facilitate membrane fusion and drug delivery. It is also involved in various biological processes, including cell signaling and membrane dynamics. The substance is typically stable under physiological conditions but can undergo hydrolysis or oxidation if not properly stored. Its applications extend to the study of lipid metabolism, membrane protein interactions, and the development of liposomal drug carriers. Overall, 1,2-DGPC is an important compound in both biological and industrial contexts, contributing to our understanding of membrane biology and the design of therapeutic agents.

Formula: C₅₄H₁₀₈NO₈P

InChI: InChI=1/C54H108NO8P/c1-6-8-10-12-14-16-18-20-22-24-26-28-30-32-34-36-38-40-42-44-46-53(56)60-50-52(51-62-64(58,59)61-49-48-55(3,4)5)63-54(57)47-45-43-41-39-37-35-33-31-29-27-25-23-21-19-17-15-13-11-9-7-2/h52H,6-51H2,1-5H3/t52-/m1/s1

SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC[C@H](COP(=O)([O-])OCC[N+](C)(C)C)OC(=O)CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC

Synonyms:

• 1,2-Ditricosanoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine
• 3,5,9-Trioxa-4-phosphadotriacontan-1-aminium, 4-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-10-oxo-7-((1-oxotricosyl)oxy)-, hydroxide, inner salt, 4-oxide, (R)-
• (2R)-2,3-bis(tricosanoyloxy)propyl 2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl phosphate