Cat. No.: HY-101047

D-erythro-Sphingosine

(Synonyms: Erythrosphingosine; erythro-C18-Sphingosine; trans-4-Sphingenine)

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D-erythro-Sphingosine (Erythrosphingosine) is a very potent activator of p32-kinase with an EC₅₀ of 8 μM, and inhibits protein kinase C (PKC). D-erythro-Sphingosine (Erythrosphingosine) is also a PP2A activator.

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Purity: 98.0%
CAS No.: 123-78-4
Formula: C₁₈H₃₇NO₂
Molecular Weight:299.49

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Powder -20°C, 3 years ; In solvent -80°C, 6 months , -20°C, 1 month

D-erythro-Sphingosine Chemical Structure

CAS No.: 123-78-4

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Biological Activity

Description

IC₅₀ & Target^[1]^[2]^[3]^[4]

p32

8 μM (EC₅₀)

PKC

PP2A

Human Endogenous Metabolite

Microbial Metabolite

All PKC Isoforms :

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Cellular Effect

Cell Line	Type	Value	Description	References
FL5.12	IC₅₀	3.6 μM Compound: 6	Cytotoxicity against mouse FL5.12A cells after 48 hrs by DAPI staining-based flow cytometric analysis Cytotoxicity against mouse FL5.12A cells after 48 hrs by DAPI staining-based flow cytometric analysis	[PMID: 27475534]
Jurkat	IC₅₀	2.01 μM Compound: Sphingosine	Inhibition of wild type human Jurkat cells after 18 hrs by MTT assay Inhibition of wild type human Jurkat cells after 18 hrs by MTT assay	[PMID: 17400555]
Jurkat	IC₅₀	2.88 μM Compound: Sphingosine	Inhibition of 2-amino-4-(4-heptyloxyphenyl)-2-methylbutanol-resistant human Jurkat SBR2 mutant cells proliferation after 18 hrs by MTT assay Inhibition of 2-amino-4-(4-heptyloxyphenyl)-2-methylbutanol-resistant human Jurkat SBR2 mutant cells proliferation after 18 hrs by MTT assay	[PMID: 17400555]
Jurkat	IC₅₀	3.38 μM Compound: Sphingosine	Inhibition of human 2-amino-4-(4-heptyloxyphenyl)-2-methylbutanol-resistant human Jurkat SBR3 mutant cells proliferation after 18 hrs by MTT assay Inhibition of human 2-amino-4-(4-heptyloxyphenyl)-2-methylbutanol-resistant human Jurkat SBR3 mutant cells proliferation after 18 hrs by MTT assay	[PMID: 17400555]
Jurkat	IC₅₀	3.48 μM Compound: Sphingosine	Inhibition of 2-amino-4-(4-heptyloxyphenyl)-2-methylbutanol-resistant human Jurkat SBR1 mutant cells proliferation after 18 hrs by MTT assay Inhibition of 2-amino-4-(4-heptyloxyphenyl)-2-methylbutanol-resistant human Jurkat SBR1 mutant cells proliferation after 18 hrs by MTT assay	[PMID: 17400555]

In Vitro

A p32-sphingosine-activated protein kinase responds to low concentrations of D-erythro-Sphingosine with an initial activation observed at 2.5 μM and a peak activity at 10-20 μM. This kinase shows a modest specificity for D-erythro-Sphingosine over other sphingosine tereoisomers, and a preference for sphingosines over ihydrosphingosines^[1]. D-erythro-Sphingosine inhibits protein kinase C in vitro^[2]. D-erythro-Sphingosine has been shown to inhibit protein kinase C, which affects cell regulation and several signal transduction pathways, and exhibits antitumor promoter activities in various mammalian cells^[3].

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Chemical Information

CAS No. 123-78-4
Appearance Solid
Molecular Weight 299.49
Formula C₁₈H₃₇NO₂
Color White to off-white
SMILES

CCCCCCCCCCCCC/C=C/[C@@H](O)[C@@H](N)CO
Synonyms

Erythrosphingosine; erythro-C18-Sphingosine; trans-4-Sphingenine
Structure Classification
- Others
Initial Source
- Endogenous metabolite
Shipping

Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Storage

Powder	-20°C	3 years
In solvent	-80°C	6 months
	-20°C	1 month

Publications (6)

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Nat Commun

Gut symbiont-derived sphingosine modulates vector competence in Aedes mosquitoes. [Abstract]

2024 Sep 19;15(1):8221. PMID: 39300135

D-erythro-Sphingosine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Nat Commun. 2024 Sep 19;15(1):8221. [Abstract]

D-erythro-Sphingosine (10 μM, 30 min). Effects of sph addition in different ways in ZIKV-infected cells. The protein levels were quantified using western blot at 48 h post infection. Con.: DMSO treatment.

D-erythro-Sphingosine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Nat Commun. 2024 Sep 19;15(1):8221. [Abstract]

D-erythro-Sphingosine (10 μM, 30 min). Effects of sph addition in different ways in ZIKV-infected cells. ZIKV mRNA levels were examined using qPCR (b; n = 3 biologically independent cell samples; two-sided multiple unpaired t-test) at 48 h post infection. Con.: DMSO treatment.
Adv Sci (Weinh)

A Microbial Lipid-ATP Synthase Axis Fuels NK Cell Antitumor Activity. [Abstract]

2026 Jul;13(39):e20095. PMID: 41972457
Pharmacol Res

Lysosome-triggered nanotherapy packages osteoclast apoptotic bodies with pro-anabolic lipids to couple anti-resorption and bone formation. [Abstract]

2026 Apr 30:108225. PMID: 42069319
Mol Med

Acid ceramidase targeting pyruvate kinase affected trypsinogen activation in acute pancreatitis. [Abstract]

2022 Sep 6;28(1):106. PMID: 36068514

D-erythro-Sphingosine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Mol Med. 2022 Sep 6;28(1):106. [Abstract]

Primary cells were treated with solvent, 5 μM of sphingosine, 10 μM of DASA58 plus sphingosine, and 200 nM of cerulein plus 10 ng/mL of LPS and DASA58 with LPS and sphingosine for 6 h. Cells were lysed for trypsin assay.

D-erythro-Sphingosine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Mol Med. 2022 Sep 6;28(1):106. [Abstract]

Primary cells were treated with solvent, 5 μM of sphingosine, 10 μM of DASA58 plus sphingosine, and 200 nM of cerulein plus 10 ng/mL of LPS and DASA58 with LPS and sphingosine for 6 h. Cells were lysed for cathepsin B assay by WB.

D-erythro-Sphingosine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Mol Med. 2022 Sep 6;28(1):106. [Abstract]

Acid ceramidase (ASAH1) regulated the activity of trypsin and cathepsin B through sphingosine (SPH). Lentivirus particles containing nontargeting shRNA/Control vector or shRNA targeting ASAH1/ASAH1 expressing plasmid were added to primary pancreatic acinar cells. Additionally, the cells were treated as indicated. Cathepsin B activity was detected by a spectrophotometer.
J Agric Food Chem

Chronic Exposure to Environmentally Relevant Concentrations of Microcystin-Leucine Arginine Causes Lung Barrier Damage through PP2A Activity Inhibition and Claudin1 Ubiquitination. [Abstract]

2022 Sep 7;70(35):10907-10918. PMID: 36026589
Mol Neurobiol

Microcystin-LR Exposure Damages Neurons by Inducing α-Syn Aggregation via MAPK4/GATA2/SNCA and PP2A/GRKs Pathways. [Abstract]

2025 May;62(5):6195-6211. PMID: 39738876

Solvent & Solubility

In Vitro:

DMSO : 50 mg/mL (166.95 mM; ultrasonic and warming and heat to 60°C; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

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1 mM

3.3390 mL

16.6950 mL

33.3901 mL

5 mM

0.6678 mL

3.3390 mL

6.6780 mL

10 mM

0.3339 mL

1.6695 mL

3.3390 mL

Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

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For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
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Protocol 1

Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 40% PEG300 5% Tween-80 45% Saline

Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (8.35 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.

Protocol 2

Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% Corn Oil

Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (8.35 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown). If the continuous dosing period exceeds half a month, please choose this protocol carefully.

Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL Corn oil, and mix evenly.

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Working solution concentration: 0.22 mg/mL

Purity & Documentation

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Purity: 99.98%

Assay: 99.98%

ee.: 99.98%

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References

[1]. Pushkareva MYu, et al. Regulation of sphingosine-activated protein kinases: selectivity of activation by sphingoid basesand inhibition by non-esterified fatty acids. Biochem J. 1993 Sep 15;294 ( Pt 3):699-703. [Content Brief]

[2]. Khan WA, et al. Protein kinase C and platelet inhibition by D-erythro-Sphingosine: comparison with N,N-dimethylsphingosine and commercial preparation. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 1990 Oct 30;172(2):683-91. [Content Brief]

[3]. Pham VT, et al. A concise synthesis of a promising protein kinase C inhibitor: D-erythro-Sphingosine. Arch Pharm Res. 2007 Jan;30(1):22-7. [Content Brief]

[4]. Cheng P, et al. Protein phosphatase 2A (PP2A) activation promotes axonal growth and recovery in the CNS. J Neurol Sci. 2015 Dec 15;359(1-2):48-56. [Content Brief]

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How should lyophilized recombinant proteins be reconstituted and stored?

1. Before opening the cap, centrifuge the vial at 13000 rpm for 20-30 seconds. This step will ensure that any lyophilized powder that may have adhered to the cap or walls is collected at the bottom of the vial, minimizing the risk of product loss.

Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

Optional Solvent	Concentration Solvent Mass	1 mg	5 mg	10 mg	25 mg
DMSO	1 mM	3.3390 mL	16.6950 mL	33.3901 mL	83.4752 mL
	5 mM	0.6678 mL	3.3390 mL	6.6780 mL	16.6950 mL
	10 mM	0.3339 mL	1.6695 mL	3.3390 mL	8.3475 mL
	15 mM	0.2226 mL	1.1130 mL	2.2260 mL	5.5650 mL
	20 mM	0.1670 mL	0.8348 mL	1.6695 mL	4.1738 mL
	25 mM	0.1336 mL	0.6678 mL	1.3356 mL	3.3390 mL
	30 mM	0.1113 mL	0.5565 mL	1.1130 mL	2.7825 mL
	40 mM	0.0835 mL	0.4174 mL	0.8348 mL	2.0869 mL
	50 mM	0.0668 mL	0.3339 mL	0.6678 mL	1.6695 mL
	60 mM	0.0557 mL	0.2783 mL	0.5565 mL	1.3913 mL
	80 mM	0.0417 mL	0.2087 mL	0.4174 mL	1.0434 mL
	100 mM	0.0334 mL	0.1670 mL	0.3339 mL	0.8348 mL

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