Embelin

SKU: orb1300727

Description

Embelin, also known as embelic acid, is a natural compound derived from Ardisia japonica that acts as an inhibitor of the X-linked inhibitor of apoptosis protein (XIAP) with an IC50 of 4.1 µM. This small molecule is utilized in biochemical research to study apoptosis mechanisms and has been investigated in both cellular and animal models for its potential in oncology research.

Research Area

Cell Biology, Epigenetics & Chromatin

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 550-24-3
• MW: 294.39
• Purity: >98%
• Formula: C₁₇H₂₆O₄
• SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCC1=C(O)C(=O)C=C(O)C1=O
• Target: Acetyltransferase
• Solubility: Soluble in DMSO (up to 30 mg/ml) or in Ethanol (up to 3 mg/ml with warming)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

cell, carcinoma, cancer, Apoptosis, Autophagy, 5-Lipoxygenase, NSC 91874, Nuclear factor-κB, Nuclear factor-kappaB, NSC91874, NSC-91874, NFkB, NF-kB, NFκB, NF-κB, mPGES-1, inhibit, nonpeptidic, IAP, Inhibitor, growth, Emberine, Embelic acid, Embelin, death, XIAP, squamous, prostate, Prostaglandin Receptor, ProstaglandinReceptor

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Gene Symbol

Acetyltransferase