Protein kinases are enzymes that modify other proteins by chemically adding phosphate groups to them (phosphorylation).

Phosphorylation usually results in a functional biological change of the target protein by changing enzyme activity, cellular location, or association with other proteins.

Protein kinases are a major factor in regulating most of the cellular control and signal transduction pathways. Protein kinase modifying reagents are therefore important both in cancer research and as drug candidates.

Withaferin A

Withaferin A
Molecular Formula
C28H38O6
M.W.
470.60
CAS number
5119-48-2
Source
Withania somnifera (a plant)
Fermentek product Code
WIT-001
Appearance
White to off-white or slightly yellow crystalline solid.
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
225°C-235°C
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 20 mg/ml DMSO;
Clear colorless solution at 10 mg/ml Methanol
Names and identifiers

Synonyms

  • Withaferin E
  • 5,6-epoxy-4,22,27-trihydroxy-1-oxoergosta-2,24-dienoic acid delta-lactone

RTECS: KE7288500

 

EU number
Not available (as at June 2019)
Chemical name
Withaferin A
Description

Withaferin A is a cell-permeable steroidal lactone from a medicinal plant Withania somnifera, a plant known in traditional Indian medicine.

InChl Key
DBRXOUCRJQVYJQ-CKNDUULBSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC1=C(C(=O)OC(C1)C(C)C2CCC3C2(CCC4C3CC5C6(C4(C(=O)C=CC6O)C)O5)C)CO
Isomeric SMILES
CC1=C(C(=O)O[C@H](C1)[C@@H](C)[C@H]2CC[C@@H]3[C@@]2(CC[C@H]4[C@H]3C[C@@H]5[C@]6([C@@]4(C(=O)C=C[C@@H]6O)C)O5)C)CO
Solubility ( literature )

Methanol, Ethanol, DMSO

Compound Classification
  • Ergosterol analog
  • inhibitor of angiogenesis
Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
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Avoid exposing to strong direct light.
Applications

Withaferin A has shown significant anticancer activity in animal studies. Withaferin A is an angiogenesis inhibitor . Withaferin A has immunomodulating properties. Withaferin A has radiosensitizing effect on cancer cells. Withaferin A has been reported to induce neuronal regeneration.

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Ingredient type
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Title
Transport information
Value
Not hazardous for transport
Signal to sort
W

Aloe-emodin

Aloe-emodin
Molecular Formula
C15H10O5
M.W.
270.24
CAS number
481-72-1
MSDS
Source
Aloe Vera (extracted from plant)
Fermentek product Code
ALO-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
Brownish-orange powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
218°C-225°C
Solubility test
Clear orange solution at 50 mg/ml of DMSO
Names and identifiers

Synonyms:

* Aloe-emodin
* 9,10-Anthracenedione, 1,8-dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-
* 1,8-Dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-9,10-anthracenedione
* 1,8-Dihydroxy-3-hydroxymethylanthraquinone
* 3-Hydroxymethylchrysazin
* Rhabarberone

 

RTECS : CB6712200

 

EU number
207-571-7
Description

Aloe-emodin is a hydroxyanthraquinone found naturally in Aloe vera and in other aloe plants. It exhibits antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective effects. recently it gains interest as a candidate anti-cancer agent.

InChl Key
YDQWDHRMZQUTBA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Canonical SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C(=C1)O)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C=C(C=C3O)CO
Compound Classification

 An anthraquinone compound from Aloe Vera and other plants.

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
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Applications

Aloe-emodin is a drug candidate for cancer therapy.

  • It induces apoptosis in human oral squamous cell carcinoma SCC15 cells ;
  • It exerts potent anticancer effects in MIAPaCa-2 and PANC-1 human pancreatic adenocarcinoma cell lines through activation of both apoptotic and autophagic pathways, sub-G1 cell cycle arrest and disruption of mitochondrial membrane potential
  • It induced DNA damage and inhibited DNA repair gene expression in SCC-4 human tongue cancer cells.
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Emodin

Emodin
Molecular Formula
C15H10O5
M.W.
270.24
CAS number
518-82-1
MSDS
Fermentek product Code
EMO-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
Orange Powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
255°C-265°C
Solubility test
Clear yellow to red solution at 50mg/ml of DMSO;
Clear yellow to red solution at 10mg/ml of Ethanol (may need a little warming)
Names and identifiers

Synonyms

  • Archin
  • Emodol
  • Frangula emodin
  • Frangulic acid
  • Rheum emodin

 Chemical names    Emodin

RTECS                    CB7920600

EU number
208-258-8
Chemical name
Emodin
Description

 Emodin is an anthraquinone class compound. It is sourced from a plant Rheum palmatum. It exhibits antibacterial, anti-neoplastic, anti-inflammatory and anti-angiogenesis properties. 

InChl Key
RHMXXJGYXNZAPX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Canonical SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C(=C1)O)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C=C(C=C3O)O
Solubility ( literature )

Water Solubility <0.1 g/100 mL at 19ºC ; Practically insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol, aqueous alkali hydroxide solutions (cherry red color), (src: Merck index)

Compound Classification

Emodin has been investigated for the treatment of Polycystic Kidney.

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
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Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Shipped at ambient temperature
Shipped in PP / PE bottle.
Available since
Title
phys appearance
Value
Emodin appears as orange needles or powder.
Title
CN EU 29146980
Value
Ketones and quinones; Quinones; Other; Other
Title
Usage:
Value
Only for research in the field of cancer
Title
Usage:
Value
Emodin has been investigated for the treatment of Polycystic Kidney
Signal to sort
E

Phomopsin A

Phomopsin A
Molecular Formula
C36H45ClN6O12
M.W.
789.20
CAS number
64925-80-0
Source
Phomopsis leptostromiformis
Fermentek product Code
PHA-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 10mg/ml of DMSO ;
Clear colorless solution at 5 mg/ml of Methanol
Names and identifiers

IUPAC:  (2E)-2-{[(2E)-2-({[(2S)-1-{[(3R,4S,7S,10S,11S)-14-Chloro-3-ethyl-11,15-dihydroxy-7-isopropenyl-3-methyl-10-(methylamino)-6,9-dioxo-2-oxa-5,8-diazabicyclo[10.3.1]hexadeca-1(16),12,14-trien-4-yl]carbony l}-2,5-dihydro-1H-pyrrol-2-yl]carbonyl}amino)-3-methyl-2-pentenoyl]amino}-2-butenedioic acid

RTECS# SY2593000

Chemical name
Phomopsin A
Description

Cyclic hexapeptide antibiotic. Phomopsin A exhibits very strong inhibitory properties of microtubule assembly. It binds to tubulin at a site different from the colchicine binding site.

InChl Key
FAFRRYBYQKPKSY-AJSRVUJESA-N
Canonical SMILES
CCC(=C(C(=O)NC(=CC(=O)O)C(=O)O)NC(=O)C1C=CCN1C(=O)C2C(OC3=C(C(=CC(=C3)C(C(C(=O)NC(C(=O)N2)C(=C)C)NC)O)Cl)O)(C)CC)C
Isomeric SMILES
CC/C(=C(\C(=O)N/C(=C/C(=O)O)/C(=O)O)/NC(=O)[C@@H]1C=CCN1C(=O)[C@@H]2[C@@](OC3=C(C(=CC(=C3)[C@@H]([C@@H](C(=O)N[C@H](C(=O)N2)C(=C)C)NC)O)Cl)O)(C)CC)/C
Solubility ( literature )

Soluble in Ethanol, Methanol, DMSO and DMF. Sparingly siluble in water. Not stable in watery solutions. (lit).

Compound Classification

Classification by Bioactivity

  • Agent that interacts with TUBULIN to inhibit or promote polymerization of MICROTUBULES
  • A potent microtubule inhibitor

Chemical Classification

  • Hexapeptide
Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
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Expiration time
3Y
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For Research use only
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Not extracted from humans or animals
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Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Title
Deleted CAS Numbers
Value
126061-16-3
Title
Transport safety
Value
NDG
Title
EC registration
Value
not EC, validated 2-Apr-19
Signal to sort
P

Cercosporin

Cercosporin
Molecular Formula
C29H26O10
M.W.
534.51
CAS number
35082-49-6
MSDS
Source
Cercospora kikuchii
Fermentek product Code
CRS-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
Dark red powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
220°C-230°C
Solubility test
Clear red solution at 10mg/ml of DMSO, Clear red solution at 10mg/ml of Methanol
Names and identifiers

Synonyms:

  • Isocercosporin
  • Cercosporin

IUPAC:  5,12-Dihydroxy-8,9-bis[(2R)-2-hydroxypropyl]-7,10-dimethoxyperylo[1,12-def][1,3]dioxepine-6,11-dione 

Chemical names:

RTECS#:  N.A.

EU number
n.a.
Description

Cercosporin is a light-induced polyketide phytotoxin reported to produce singlet oxygen when photoactivated. Acts as a potent and specific PKC inhibitor. Competes for the phorbol binding site. Anticancer compound. Also displays antiproliferative; antiparasitic and antimicrobial properties. Cercosporin is a photosensitizing toxin produced by fungal plant pathogens in the genus Cercospora. Cercosporin produces singlet oxygen and superoxide when irradiated by light, and damages plants by causing a peroxidation of the membrane lipids. This membrane damage leads to a loss in membrane fluidity, leakage of nutrients, and rapid death of the plant cell. Cercosporin is toxic to mice and bacteria in addition to plants, and attempts to select plant cells in vitro for resistance to cercosporin have not been successful. A large number of fungal species, however, are resistant to cercosporin. Carotenoids and the fungal cell wall appear to play a critical role in the resistance of fungi to cercosporin.

InChl Key
MXLWQNCWIIZUQT-NFJWQWPMSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC(CC1=C(C(=C2C(=O)C=C3C4=C5C(=CC(=O)C6=C(C(=C(C(=C56)C1=C42)CC(C)O)OC)O)OCO3)O)OC)O
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@H](CC1=C(C(=C2C(=O)C=C3C4=C5C(=CC(=O)C6=C(C(=C(C(=C56)C1=C42)CC(C)O)OC)O)OCO3)O)OC)O
Solubility ( literature )
  • Soluble in DMSO, ethanol or methanol (lit)
  • Soluble in 1mg/ml ethanol, methanol, DMSO
  • Soluble in 1mg/liter H2O
  • Melting Point: 241℃ lit - Scifinder
Compound Classification
  • Anticancer agent
  • protein kinase C inhibitor

 

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Hygroscopic substance.
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Not extracted from humans or animals
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Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Transport safety: Not Dangerous Goods; Not Regulated
Available since
Title
MP lit
Value
241°C scifinder; 225-228℃ ; biolinks
Title
LD50 mouse interperitoneal
Value
LD50 >200 mg​/kg i.p. in mice
Title
activity
Value
anticancer agents and protein kinase C inhibitor
Title
comments CAS
Value
There are Cercosporin 35082-49-6 , Iso-Cercosporin 40501-77-7
Title
PG
Value
none. not hazardous.
Signal to sort
C

Enniatin A

Enniatin A
Molecular Formula
C36H63N3O9
M.W.
681.90
CAS number
2503-13-1
Source
Fusarium sp.
Fermentek product Code
ENA-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White to Off-White powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
121°C-125°C
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 10mg/ml of Dichloromethane or Methanol
Names and identifiers

Synonyms:

Chemical names:  Fusafungine ;   Enniatin-A

IUPAC: (3S,9S,12R,15S,18R)-9,15-bis[(2S)-butan-2-yl]-3-[(2R)-butan-2-yl]-4,10,16-trimethyl-6,12,18-tri(propan-2-yl)-1,7,13-trioxa-4,10,16-triazacyclooctadecane-2,5,8,11,14,17-hexone

A Fusarium produced depsipeptide ionophore

RTECS#  

Condensed IUPAC:  cyclo[N(Me)Ile-D-OVal-N(Me)Ile-DL-OVal-N(Me)aIle-D-OVal]

EU number
215-737-5
Description

Enniatin A is a least abundant commponent of the Enniatin-complex. It has been recently made available as a pure compound, thanks to the most advanced preparative HPLC methods.

InChl Key
TWHBYJSVDCWICV-BHZTXFQCSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CCC(C)C1C(=O)OC(C(=O)N(C(C(=O)OC(C(=O)N(C(C(=O)OC(C(=O)N1C)C(C)C)C(C)CC)C)C(C)C)C(C)CC)C)C(C)C
Isomeric SMILES
CC[C@H](C)[C@H]1C(=O)O[C@@H](C(=O)N([C@H](C(=O)O[C@@H](C(=O)N([C@H](C(=O)O[C@@H](C(=O)N1C)C(C)C)[C@@H](C)CC)C)C(C)C)[C@@H](C)CC)C)C(C)C
Solubility ( literature )

Soluble in ethanol, methanol, DMSO, DMF.

Compound Classification

Chemical classification:  Cyclic depsipeptide.

Biological classification:

Storage, handling
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Applications

Natural enniatins occure as a mixture of several related analogs, known as "Enniatins", or "Enniatin complex"

Enniatins occure in nature in the mycelia of some Fusarium species. Being cyclic and hydrophopic molecules, enniatins are able to act as ionophores. More recently their effects on acyl-CoA cholesterol transferase, transporters and the selectivity of their antitumor action have received more focus. Enniatin has not previously been available for investigation.

 

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Title
Transport information
Value
Pg III
Title
Deleted CAS Numbers
Value
2503-13-1; 4530-29-4
Signal to sort
E

Epigallocatechin Gallate

Epigallocatechin Gallate
Molecular Formula
C22H18O11
M.W.
458.40
CAS number
989-51-5
Source
Extracted from Green Tea (leaves)
Fermentek product Code
EPG-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White to Beige lyophilized powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 10 mg/ml H2O
Names and identifiers

RTECS KB5200000

EU number
619-381-5
Chemical name
[(2R,3R)-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(3,4,5-trihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromen-3-yl] 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate
Description

Epigallocatechin is a phenolic antioxidant found in a number of plants such as green and black tea.
Epigallocatechin inhibits cellular oxidation and prevents free radical damage to cells. 

 

InChl Key
WMBWREPUVVBILR-WIYYLYMNSA-N
Canonical SMILES
C1C(C(OC2=CC(=CC(=C21)O)O)C3=CC(=C(C(=C3)O)O)O)OC(=O)C4=CC(=C(C(=C4)O)O)O
Isomeric SMILES
C1[C@H]([C@H](OC2=CC(=CC(=C21)O)O)C3=CC(=C(C(=C3)O)O)O)OC(=O)C4=CC(=C(C(=C4)O)O)O
Compound Classification

- Antioxidant

- Potential cancer-preventive agent. 

- Inhibitor of Telomerase

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Protect from light !
Avoid exposing to strong direct light.
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Applications

Epigallocatechin is being studied as a potential cancer chemo preventive agent.

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KT5555 (Lestaurtinib)

KT5555 (Lestaurtinib)
Molecular Formula
C26H21N3O4
M.W.
439.50
CAS number
111358-88-4
Source
Semisynthetic
Fermentek product Code
LES-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
233°C-243°C
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 20mg/ml DMSO
Names and identifiers

IUPAC/Chemical name:  (5S,6S,8R)-6-hydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-7,8,14,15-tetrahydro-5H-16-oxa-4b,8a,14-triaza-5,8-methanodibenzo[b,h]cycloocta[jkl]cyclopenta[e]-as-indacen-13(6H)-one

Synonyms

  • KT5555
  • Lestaurtinib

 

 

Description

KT5555 is a multi targeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor.

InChl Key
UIARLYUEJFELEN-LROUJFHJSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC12C(CC(O1)N3C4=CC=CC=C4C5=C6C(=C7C8=CC=CC=C8N2C7=C53)CNC6=O)(CO)O
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@@]12[C@](C[C@@H](O1)N3C4=CC=CC=C4C5=C6C(=C7C8=CC=CC=C8N2C7=C53)CNC6=O)(CO)O
Compound Classification

Chemical classification

  • Indole alcaloids - Carbazoles - Staurosporine-derivates

Bioactivity classification

  • Enzyme inhibitors
  • Proteine kinase inhibitors / Tyrosine kinase inhibitors
Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Protect from light !
Use the original container to store the product.
Keep the lid tightly closed.
Store under argon.
Expiration time
3Y
Applications

It is used for the treatment of pancreatic cancer and acute myelogenous leukaemia (AML).

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Semi-Synthetic
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since
Title
Transport information
Value
Not hazardous for transport
Title
CN code
Value
29349990
Title
CN code
Value
NO!!!
Title
inert gas storage
Value
after merck, TRC, carbosynth
Signal to sort
K

Wortmannin

Wortmannin
Molecular Formula
C23H24O8
M.W.
428.44
CAS number
19545-26-7
Source
Talaromyces (Penicillium) wortmannii
Fermentek product Code
WOR-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White to slight yellow powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
230°C-240°C
Solubility test
Clear colorless to faint yellow solution at 5 mg/ml Methanol;
Clear colorless to faint yellow solution at 10mg/ml Ethyl Acetate;
Names and identifiers

Synonyms:

  • Wartmannin
  • Antibiotic SL-2052

Systematic Name:

  • (1alpha,11alpha)-11-(Acetyloxy)-1-(methoxymethyl)-2-oxaandrosta-5,8-dieno(6,5,4-bc)furan-3,7,17-trione

RTECS: CB641000

EU number
606-337-5
Chemical name
Wortmannin
Description

Wortmannin is a steroid metabolite of the fungus Talaromyces wortmannii. It is a specific covalent inhibitor of phosphoinositide 3-kinases. Wortmannin has been used as precursor of an experimental anti-cancer drug PX-866

InChl Key
QDLHCMPXEPAAMD-QAIWCSMKSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC(=O)OC1CC2(C(CCC2=O)C3=C1C4(C(OC(=O)C5=COC(=C54)C3=O)COC)C)C
Isomeric SMILES
CC(=O)O[C@@H]1C[C@]2([C@@H](CCC2=O)C3=C1[C@]4([C@H](OC(=O)C5=COC(=C54)C3=O)COC)C)C
Solubility ( literature )

DMSO, Methanol.

Wortmannin is unstable in aqueous and ethanolic solutions.

Compound Classification
  • chemical class: Androstadiene.
  • phospholipase D inhibitor.
  • phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase inhibitor.
  • Immunosupressor.
  • Antifungal.
Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Use the original container to store the product.
Keep the lid tightly closed.
Avoid exposing to strong direct light.
Protect from moisture! Hygroscopic substance.
Expiration time
3Y
Retest time
1Y
Applications

Wortmannin is an inhibitor of phosphatidyl-inositol 3-kinase Wortmannin inhibits the growth of mammary tumors despite the existence of a novel wortmannin-insensitive phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase. Wortmannin inhibits repair of DNA double-strand breaks in irradiated normal human cells. Wortmannin was shown to have enhancing influence on memory and impair learning abilities. .

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Title
Deleted CAS number:
Value
1405-03-4
Title
Transport information
Value
PG I
Signal to sort
W

Tunicamycin (complex)

Tunicamycin (complex)
Molecular Formula
C39H64N4O16 (for n=10, "Tunicamycin VII")
CAS number
11089-65-9
MSDS
Source
Streptomyces chartreusis
Fermentek product Code
TUN-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
Off white to tan powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
4 spots matching standard, no other spots, by multiple methods.
Melting point
233°C-245°C
Solubility test
Clear solution at 5mg/ml of Methanol,
Clear solution at 50mg/ml of DMSO
Names and identifiers

RTECSYO7980200

EU number
601-012-4
Description

Tunicamycin is a mixture of homologous nucleoside antibiotics.
The main homologs differ in the length of the fatty chain moiety.
The following table defines the four main Tunicamycin homologs.

  • Tunicamycin A, aka Tunicamycin V, n=9, mw=817;
  • Tunicamycin B, aka Tunicamycin VII, n=10, mw=831;
  • Tunicamycin C, aka Tunicamycin II, n=8, mw=845;
  • Tunicamycin D, aka Tunicamycin X, n=11, mw=859
Solubility ( literature )
  • Tunicamycin is soluble in DMSO, alkaline water, hot methanol.
  • Practically insoluble in acetone, ethyl acetate.
  • Unstable in acidic solutions
Compound Classification
  • nucleoside antibiotic
  • antiviral
  • inhibitor of glucosylation of proteins
  • tunicamycin causes cell cycle arrest in G1 phase
  • Tunicamycin has anti-angiogenesis properties.
Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Protect from moisture
Use the original container to store the product.
Keep the lid tightly closed.
Avoid exposing to strong direct light.
Other vendors may recommend higher temperatures for storage.
Applications

Tunicamycins inhibit protein glycosylation. They arrest cell cycle in late G1As Tunicamycin affects cell membrane permeability, it was shown to increase production of antibiotics, such as streptomycin PRODUCT USE A tool to study glycoprotein synthesis in a wide variety of biological systems. Family of nucleoside antibiotics produced by Streptomyces lysosuperificus. Tunicamycin interferes with glycoprotein synthesis in yeast and mammalian systems and enhances antiviral and anticellular activity of interferon. Possesses cell - surface altering activity. Inhibits the transfer of N-acetylglucosamine-1-phosphate from UDP -N- acetylglucosamine to dolichol monophosphate and thereby blocks the formation of N-glycosidic protein-carbohydrate linkages. Active in vitro against Gram-positive bacteria, yeasts, fungi and viruses.

Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not for Human or Drug use
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since
Title
Transport information
Value
Pg II
Title
Deleted CAS Registry Numbers
Value
11118-26-6
Signal to sort
T