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In the fast-evolving world of pharmaceutical intermediates and biochemical research, sn glycerol 3 phosphate stands out as a critical compound. Also known as L-glycerol 3-phosphate or sn-3-glycerol phosphate, this chiral molecule (CAS: 57-03-4 for the racemic, with sn-specific enantiomer purity) serves as a foundational building block in lipid metabolism and synthesis pathways.
Sn glycerol 3 phosphate is the biologically active enantiomer of glycerol 3-phosphate, featuring the hydroxyl group at the sn-3 position. Its chemical formula is C3H9O6P, with a molecular weight of 172.07 g/mol. This phosphate ester of glycerol is produced in vivo via the reduction of dihydroxyacetone phosphate (DHAP) by glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase, playing a pivotal role in glycerolipid biosynthesis.
Why does this matter for your operations? In 2026, with the global API market projected to reach $250 billion (per Grand View Research), demand for high-purity sn glycerol 3 phosphate surges in applications like phospholipid production, cell culture media, and enzyme assays. It's indispensable for synthesizing phosphatidylserine, phosphatidylethanolamine, and other membrane lipids essential in biotech R&D and pharma manufacturing.
Delve deeper: sn glycerol 3 phosphate acts as a precursor in the Kennedy pathway, shuttling glycerol backbone for glycerophospholipid assembly. In research chemicals, it's used to study metabolic disorders like non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), where imbalances in glycerol phosphate pathways contribute to pathology (Journal of Lipid Research, 2023). For industrial scales, our GMP facilities ensure 99.5% HPLC purity, free of diastereomeric impurities that plague lesser suppliers.
Technical profile: Soluble in water (>500 mg/mL at 20°C), stable at pH 5-8, and compatible with downstream reactions like acylation with acyl-CoA. In peptides and steroid synthesis – core to our portfolio at Global Technology Co., Ltd – it enhances liposomal delivery systems for drug encapsulation, boosting bioavailability by up to 40% (Pharm. Res. 2024).
Historical context: Discovered in the 1950s, sn glycerol 3 phosphate gained prominence post-2000 with genomics revealing its role in 150+ human genes (KEGG Pathway Database). Today, in English-speaking regions like the USA, regulations from FDA (21 CFR 211) demand enantiopure intermediates to avoid chiral impurities in final APIs, making reliable sourcing non-negotiable.
Market dynamics: Global demand hits 5,000 MT annually (MarketsandMarkets, 2025 forecast), driven by mRNA vaccine tech and regenerative medicine. Yet, 70% of supply chains trace to China, where quality varies wildly. Our closed-loop cooperation with university labs ensures scalability from grams to tons.
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Purity matters: Impure sn glycerol 3 phosphate introduces heavy metals (>10 ppm) or solvents (DMSO residuals), failing USP/EP monographs. We provide full COA, DMF filing support, and batch traceability via QR codes.
In 2026 USA market, with tariffs stabilizing post-2024 elections, direct-from-factory pricing undercuts EU suppliers by 35%. Compare: Average spot price $150/kg vs. our $105/kg for 25kg drums.
Future trends: Integration with CRISPR screens for lipidomics, per Nature Biotech 2025. Your procurement strategy must prioritize suppliers like Global Technology Co., Ltd – invested in DMF/GMP upgrades for FDA inspections.
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| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| CAS No. | 57-03-4 (sn-specific) |
| Purity | ≥99.5% (HPLC) |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Enantiomeric Excess | >99% sn-form |
| Heavy Metals | <10 ppm |
| Packaging | 1kg/5kg/25kg drums |
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Case 1: USA biotech firm used our sn glycerol 3 phosphate for liposome R&D – 45% yield boost, $120k saved.

Case 2: Pharma ops scaled to 500kg/month – delivery cut from 40 to 7 days.
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