Category:
Chiral Intermediates
CAS NO:
100403-19-8
Standard:
USP,
white fine powder
Ceramides are lipid molecules comprising sphingosine and a fatty acid, synthesized via enzymatic or chemical processes. Key variants include N-acetylceramide. Specific molecular formulas and CAS numbers vary by isomer; general synthesis involves acylation of sphingoid bases.
Store below 25°C in dry, dark conditions to prevent oxidation. Avoid direct skin contact with high-concentration powders; use appropriate PPE during handling.