alpha-Tocopherolquinone

SKU: orb1222940

Description

ɑ-Tocopherolquinone, also known as Vitamin E Quinone (D-form), is a mitochondrial membrane transport protein that has been in phase II clinical trials for the treatment of inherited mitochondrial respiratory chain diseases, however this research has been discontinued. It has also been used for the treatment of Frederich's ataxia and MEILAS syndrome.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 7559-04-8
• MW: 446.71
• Purity: >98% (HPLC)
• Formula: C₂₉H₅₀O₃
• SMILES: CC1=C(C(=O)C(=C(C1=O)C)CC[C@@](C)(CCC[C@H](C)CCC[C@H](C)CCCC(C)C)O)C
• Target: Others
• Solubility: In Vitro: DMSO : 50 mg/mL (111.93 mM)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Storage temperature: -20°C. Stability: ≥ 2 years
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

A-0001 | EPI-A-0001 | Vitamin E Quinone (D-form)

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