α-Mycolic acid (C80)

SKU: orb3141702

Description

α-Mycolic acid (C80) is a structural lipid component of the Mycobacterium cell wall. It can be isolated from Mycobacterium tuberculosis Canetti. α-Mycolic acid (C80) significantly influences membrane permeability and stability, presenting potential for research into Mycobacterium tuberculosis infections.

Research Area

Infectious Disease & Virology

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 23040-84-8
• MW: 1166.09
• Formula: C₈₀H₁₅₆O₃
• SMILES: O=C(O)C(CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)C(O)CCCCCCCCCCCCCC1CC1CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC2CC2CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC
• Target: Antibacterial

Storage & Handling

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

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Gene Symbol

Antibacterial