OLEAMIDE - UPI Chem

Appearance

White powder

Description

A brain lipid that induces physiological sleep at nanomolar quantities when injected into rats. This lipid may represent a new class of biological signaling molecules.

Function

It is being studied as a potential medical treatment for mood and sleep disorders, and cannabinoid-regulated depression.

Synonyms

Oleamide; T/N: Unimide 100; Oleic Acid Amide; Oleylamide; 9,10-Octadecenoamide; Adogen 73; Akawax O-Beads

Storage

Store at or around -20øC.

Packages

100 Gram HDPE WM Bottle
100 lb. Fiber Drum
1 lb. Bulk

Industry

Pharmaceutical

Product Class

Fatty acids

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: > 200 øC (392 øF)
Melting Point: 70 øC (158 øF)
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 281.48 g/mol