1,2-Dioleoyl-rac-glycerol

CAS 2442-61-7C39H72O5Biochemicals & Reagents

1,2-Dioleoyl-rac-glycerol (CAS: 2442-61-7) is a diacylglycerol lipid with a molecular weight of 620.99 g/mol. This compound is a racemic mixture characterized by oleic acid esterified at the sn-1 and sn-2 positions of the glycerol backbone. It serves as a valuable biochemical reagent in research, particularly for studies involving lipid metabolism, cell signalling, and membrane biophysics. Supplied by Tech Serve Solutions for laboratory applications.

IUPAC: (±)-1,2-Diolein,(9Z)-9-Octadecenoic acid 1,1′-[1-(hydroxymethyl)-1,2-ethanediyl] ester,1,2-Di(cis-9-octadecenoyl)-rac-glycerol,rac-1,2-Dioleoylglycerol,rac-Glycerol 1,2-dioleate,DG(18:1(9Z)/18:1(9Z)/0:0)[rac]
Synonyms: C39H72O5(±)-1,2-Dioleoyl-rac-glycerol(9Z)-9-Octadecenoic acid 1,1′-[1-(hydroxymethyl)-1,2-ethanediyl] ester1,2-Di(cis-9-octadecenoyl)-rac-glycerolrac-1,2-Dioleoylglycerolrac-Glycerol 1,2-dioleateDG(18:1(9Z)/18:1(9Z)/0:0)[rac]

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1,2-Dioleoyl-rac-glycerol (C39H72O5) — chemical structure, CAS 2442-61-7; Life Science, fine chemical supplied by Tech Serve Solutions

Biochemicals and ReagentsDiacylglycerolsGlycerolipidsLipids

01 /Applications

Lipid Research

Utilised as a model compound in studies of lipid structure, function, and interactions within biological membranes. It is crucial for investigating enzymatic activities related to lipid metabolism.

Cell Signalling Studies

Employed to investigate the role of diacylglycerols in intracellular signalling pathways. It can be used to activate or modulate protein kinase C (PKC) and other lipid-dependent signalling molecules.

Biochemical Assays

Serves as a substrate or standard in various biochemical assays, including those for lipases, phospholipases, and other lipid-modifying enzymes.

Membrane Biophysics

Used in biophysical studies to understand the physical properties and phase behaviour of lipid bilayers, contributing to the comprehension of membrane fluidity and structure.

02 /Properties

Molecular weight	620.99
Empirical formula	C39H72O5
Assay	≥97%
Storage temperature	−20°C
Impurities tested	≤3% 1,3-isomer

03 /Safety & handling

Protective equipment	Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter
Water hazard class (WGK, DE)	3

Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.

04 /Identifiers & registry

CAS number

2442-61-7

MDL number

MFCD00043031

PubChem substance

24894210

Beilstein registry

1917687

05 /Additional specifications

Shipped In	dry ice

06 /Quality & supply

Documentation

Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.

Supply & logistics

Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.

07 /Frequently asked questions

What is 1,2-Dioleoyl-rac-glycerol used for?

1,2-Dioleoyl-rac-glycerol is primarily used in research settings for studies involving lipid metabolism, cell signalling, membrane biophysics, and as a substrate in biochemical assays.

What is the CAS number and molecular formula for 1,2-Dioleoyl-rac-glycerol?

The CAS number is 2442-61-7 and the empirical formula (Hill notation) is C39H72O5.

What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?

Tech Serve Solutions supplies 1,2-Dioleoyl-rac-glycerol with an assay of ≥97%. It contains ≤3% of the 1,3-isomer. This product is supplied for research and laboratory use and is not represented as USP, BP, or EP grade.

How should 1,2-Dioleoyl-rac-glycerol be stored and handled?

1,2-Dioleoyl-rac-glycerol should be stored at −20°C. When handling, it is essential to use appropriate personal protective equipment, including eyeshields, gloves, and a type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN143) respirator filter, due to its potential hazards.