1,2-Distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphorylethanolamine

Description: 1,2-Distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphorylethanolamine (1,2-DSPE) is a phosphatidylethanolamine (PE or GPEtn). The stearic acid moieties are derived from animal fats, cocoa butter, and sesame oil. Phospholipids are ubiquitous in nature and are key components of the lipid bilayer of cells, as well as being involved in metabolism and signaling. Target: Others, Endogenous Metabolite. Smiles: CCCCCCCCCC CCCCCCCC(=O)OC[C@H](COP(O)(=O)OCCN)OC(=O)CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC. References: McCarley RL. Redox-responsive delivery systems. Annu Rev Anal Chem (Palo Alto Calif). 2012,5:391-411.