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Phytosphingosine

Also known as (2S,3S,4R)-2-aminooctadecane-1,3,4-triol, 4-D-Hydroxysphinganine, D-Ribo-phytosphingosine

CAS 554-62-1Formula C18H39NO3Molar mass 317.51 g/molEC 439-210-6
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Corrosive, Hazardous to the environment 70 suppliers listed Drug substance
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Phytosphingosine chemical structure, C18H39NO3, CAS 554-62-1
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
554-62-1
Formula
C18H39NO3
Molar mass
317.51 g/mol
EC number
439-210-6
HS code
292219
Category
Skin conditioning agents and actives

What is Phytosphingosine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Phytosphingosine is an amino alcohol, a triol and a sphingoid. It has a role as a mouse metabolite and a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite. It is functionally related to a N-acyl-beta-D-galactosylphytosphingosine and a sphinganine. It is a conjugate base of a phytosphingosine(1+).

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2S,3S,4R)-2-aminooctadecane-1,3,4-triol
CAS number
554-62-1 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 388566-94-7
EC number
439-210-6
Molecular formula
C18H39NO3
UNII
GIN46U9Q2Q
MDL number
MFCD02259274
INCI name
PHYTOSPHINGOSINE
InChIKey
AERBNCYCJBRYDG-KSZLIROESA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C18H39NO3/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-17(21)18(22)16(19)15-20/h16-18,20-22H,2-15,19H2,1H3/t16-,17+,18-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(O)C(O)C(N)CO
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCC[C@H]([C@H]([C@H](CO)N)O)O

Synonyms

  • (2S,3S,4R)-2-aminooctadecane-1,3,4-triol
  • 4-D-Hydroxysphinganine
  • D-Ribo-phytosphingosine
  • C18-Phytosphingosine
  • DS-phytosphingosine
  • 4R-hydroxysphinganine
  • (+)-D-ribo-Phytosphingosine
  • 1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-amino-, (2S,3S,4R)-
  • Cytomide pgs
  • Biomide ps
  • 4-R-hydroxyoctadecasphinganine
  • 1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-amino-, (2S-(2R*,3R*,4S*))-
  • D-ribo Phytosphingosine
  • N-Dodecanoyl-NBD-phytosphingosine
  • 4D-Hydroxysphinganine
  • D-Ribo-1,3,4-trihydroxy-2-aminooctadecane
  • 4-D-hydroxy-Sphinganine
  • (2S,3S,4R)-2-Amino-1,3,4-octadecanetriol
  • 4-hydroxysphinganine
  • 1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-amino-, D-ribo-
  • 4-hydroxysphinganine (Saccharomyces Cerevisiae)
  • Phytosphingosin
  • D-ribo-Phytosphingosine,
  • Sphinganine, 4-d-hydroxy
  • SPB 18:0, O3
Show all 31 synonyms
  • D-ribo-2-amino-1,3,4-Octadecanetriol
  • (2S,3R,4R)-Octadecane-1,2,3,4-tetraol
  • (2S, 3S, 4R)-2-Amino-1,3,4-octadecanetriol
  • (2S,3S,4R)-2-Amino-1,3,4-octadecanetriol, AldrichCPR
  • [2S-(2R*,3R*,4S*)]-2-amino-1,3,4-Octadecanetriol
  • D-ribo-Phytosphingosine, 4-hydroxysphinganine (Saccharomyces Cerevisiae), powder

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
317.51 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
317.293 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.12calc.
Topological polar surface area
86.71 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
4calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
16calc.
Heavy atoms
22calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS05: Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Hazard statements

  • H318Causes serious eye damage.
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (7)
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P305 + P354 + P338If in eyes: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P317Get medical help.
  • P391Collect spillage.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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

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Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name PHYTOSPHINGOSINE(hair conditioning, skin conditioning)

Roles

  • Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite
  • animal metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • fungal metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • mouse metabolite

Functional uses

  • Softener and conditioner

Cosmetic functions

  • Hair conditioning
  • Skin conditioning

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory
  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Phytosphingosine is traded under.

HS 2922.19Indicative HS code

Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$2.2B
−4.7% vs 2023, imports $2.27B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China21.7%
  2. Germany17.3%
  3. United States15.6%
Top importers
  1. India * partner reported11.0%
  2. United States9.0%
  3. Germany7.2%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Phytosphingosine, based on the data on this page

What is Phytosphingosine?

Phytosphingosine is an amino alcohol, a triol and a sphingoid. It has a role as a mouse metabolite and a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite. It is functionally related to a N-acyl-beta-D-galactosylphytosphingosine and a sphinganine. It is a conjugate base of a phytosphingosine(1+).

What is the CAS number of Phytosphingosine?

The CAS registry number of Phytosphingosine is 554-62-1. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 388566-94-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Phytosphingosine?

The molecular formula of Phytosphingosine is C18H39NO3 and its molar mass is 317.51 g/mol.

What is Phytosphingosine used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Phytosphingosine hazardous?

Phytosphingosine carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: causes serious eye damage, very toxic to aquatic life, very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Phytosphingosine?

Phytosphingosine is usually classified under HS code 292219 (Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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