MDL No.: MFCD00146359
Purity: >=98.0% (TLC)
Storage: -20C
UNSPSC Code: 12352211
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
RIDADR: NONH for all modes of transport
WGK Germany: 3