| Description | Phytosphingosine is a phospholipid with anticancer properties. In cancer cells, Phytosphingosine induces cell apoptosis through activation of caspase 8 and translocation of Bax. |
| molecular weight | 317.51 |
| Molecular formula | C18H39NO3 |
| CAS | 554-62-1 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 100 mg/mL (314.95 mM), Sonication is recommended. |
| References | 1. Moon-Taek Park, et al. Phytosphingosine Induces Apoptotic Cell Death via Caspase 8 Activation and Bax Translocation in Human Cancer Cells. Clin Cancer Res. 2003 Feb;9(2):878-85. |