C2 Ceramide

Cat. No.: IBDI-434683

C2 Ceramide (Ceramide 2) is the main lipid of the stratum corneum and a protein phosphatase 1 (PP1) activator. C2 Ceramide activates PP2A and ceramide-activated protein phosphatase (CAPP). C2 Ceramide induces cells differentiation, autophagy and apoptosis, inhibits mitochondrial respiratory chain complex III. C2 Ceramide is also a skin conditioning agent that protects the epidermal barrier from water loss.

Product Details

Target	Phosphatase | Mitochondrial Metabolism | Apoptosis | Autophagy
Molecular Weight	341.53
Appearance	Solid
Synonyms	Ceramide 2
SMILES	O[[email protected]](/C=C/CCCCCCCCCCCCC)[[email protected]](CO)NC(C)=O
Purity	≥99.0%

Storage & Handling

Shipping	Room temperature in continental US. May vary elsewhere.
Storage	Please store the product under the recommended conditions in the Certificate of Analysis.
Regulatory Status	This product is for RESEARCH USE ONLY and is not intended for therapeutic or diagnostic use.