1,2-Dioctadecanoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine; (R)-2,3-Bis(stearoyloxy)propyl [2-(Trimethylammonio)ethyl] Phosphate; DSPC
1,2-Distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine is a derivative of Lecithin whcih is a surfactant. 1,2-Distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine is also used in the generation of micelles and liposomes.
Synonyms
1,2-Dioctadecanoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine; (R)-2,3-Bis(stearoyloxy)propyl [2-(Trimethylammonio)ethyl] Phosphate; DSPC
Molecular Formula
C44H88NO8P
Appearance
White to off-white powder
Specific Rotation [a]20/D, (C=2CHCl3
+5.0 to +7.0 deg
Storage and Stability
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.