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N-Hexanoylsphingosine

Also known as C6-ceramide, C(6)-ceramide, N-caproylsphingosine

CAS 124753-97-5Formula C24H47NO3Molar mass 397.64 g/mol
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N-Hexanoylsphingosine chemical structure, C24H47NO3, CAS 124753-97-5
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
124753-97-5
Formula
C24H47NO3
Molar mass
397.64 g/mol
HS code
292419
Category
Skin conditioning agents and actives

What is N-Hexanoylsphingosine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

N-(hexanoyl)sphing-4-enine is an N-acylsphingosine consisting of sphing-4-enine bearing a hexanoyl group on nitrogen. It is functionally related to a sphing-4-enine.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
N-[(E,2S,3R)-1,3-dihydroxyoctadec-4-en-2-yl]hexanamide
CAS number
124753-97-5 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C24H47NO3
UNII
038753E78J
MDL number
MFCD00870174
INCI name
CAPROYL SPHINGOSINE
InChIKey
NPRJSFWNFTXXQC-QFWQFVLDSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C24H47NO3/c1-3-5-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-18-19-23(27)22(21-26)25-24(28)20-17-6-4-2/h18-19,22-23,26-27H,3-17,20-21H2,1-2H3,(H,25,28)/b19-18+/t22-,23+/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCC=CC(O)C(CO)NC(=O)CCCCC
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCC/C=C/[C@H]([C@H](CO)NC(=O)CCCCC)O

Synonyms

  • C6-ceramide
  • C(6)-ceramide
  • N-caproylsphingosine
  • N-hexanoyl-D-erythro-sphingosine
  • Caprooyl sphingosine
  • C6 ceramide
  • Ceramid 6
  • C6-Cer
  • N-Hexanoyl-D-eythro-spingosine
  • N-Hexanoyl-D-sphingosine
  • N-[(E,2S,3R)-1,3-dihydroxyoctadec-4-en-2-yl]hexanamide
  • N-(hexanoyl)sphing-4-enine
  • D-erythro-N-hexanoylsphingosine
  • N-((2S,3R,E)-1,3-dihydroxyoctadec-4-en-2-yl)hexanamide
  • Cer(d18:1/6:0)
  • N-Caproyl-c18-sphingosine
  • Hexanamide, N-[(1S,2R,3E)-2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)-3-heptadecen-1-yl]-
  • N-(2-Hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)-3-heptadecenyl)hexanamide
  • N-[(2S,3R,4E)-1,3-dihydroxyoctadec-4-en-2-yl]hexanamide
  • N-Hexanoyl-D-sphingosine, >=98% (TLC), synthetic
  • N-((E,2s,3r)-1,3-Dihydroxyoctadec-4-En-2-Yl)hexanamide
  • 6-hexanoyl-d-erythro-sphingosine
  • Hexanamide, N-((1S,2R,3E)-2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)-3-heptadecen-1-yl)-
  • C-6 Ceramide
  • N-Nexanoyl-D-erythro-sphingosine
Show all 32 synonyms
  • HSCI1_000109
  • C6 Ceramide (d18:1/6:0), N-hexanoyl-D-erythro-sphingosine, powder
  • Hexanamide, N-(2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)-3-heptadecen
  • N-[(1S,2R,3E)-2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)heptadec-3-en-1-yl]hexanamide
  • N-[(E,1S,2R)-2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)heptadec-3-enyl]hexanamide
  • Hexanamide, N-((1S,2R,3E)-2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)-3-heptadecenyl)-
  • Hexanamide, N-(2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)-3-heptadecenyl)-, (r-(r*,s*-(E)))-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
397.64 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
397.3556 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
5.66calc.
Topological polar surface area
69.56 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
20calc.
Heavy atoms
28calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.88calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name CAPROYL SPHINGOSINE(hair conditioning, skin conditioning)

Functional uses

  • Softener and conditioner

Cosmetic functions

  • Hair conditioning
  • Skin conditioning

Regulatory status

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Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code N-Hexanoylsphingosine is traded under.

HS 2924.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other

World exports in 2024
$2.38B
−1.7% vs 2023, imports $2.22B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China34.7%
  2. Germany12.5%
  3. India * partner reported6.8%
Top importers
  1. United States17.5%
  2. Germany8.8%
  3. India * partner reported6.7%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for N-Hexanoylsphingosine is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is N-Hexanoylsphingosine?

N-(hexanoyl)sphing-4-enine is an N-acylsphingosine consisting of sphing-4-enine bearing a hexanoyl group on nitrogen. It is functionally related to a sphing-4-enine.

What is the CAS number of N-Hexanoylsphingosine?

The CAS registry number of N-Hexanoylsphingosine is 124753-97-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of N-Hexanoylsphingosine?

The molecular formula of N-Hexanoylsphingosine is C24H47NO3 and its molar mass is 397.64 g/mol.

What is N-Hexanoylsphingosine used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is N-Hexanoylsphingosine hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for N-Hexanoylsphingosine is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of N-Hexanoylsphingosine?

N-Hexanoylsphingosine is usually classified under HS code 292419 (Acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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