Penicillic acid

SKU: orb1707870

Description

Penicillic acid is a polyketide mycotoxin that inhibits Fas ligand-induced apoptosis by blocking caspase-8 self-processing. It exhibits cytotoxic effects in vitro, such as in rat alveolar macrophages, making it a useful tool for studying apoptotic pathways and cytotoxicity mechanisms.

Research Area

Cell Biology, Infectious Disease & Virology, Protein Biochemistry

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 90-65-3
• MW: 170.16
• Purity: 98.00%
• Formula: C₈H₁₀O₄
• SMILES: CO\C(=C\C(O)=O)C(=O)C(C)=C.COC1=CC(=O)OC1(O)C(C)=C
• Target: Caspase,Antibiotic,Antibacterial,Apoptosis

Storage & Handling

• Storage: store at low temperature | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

inhibit, Inhibitor, Bacterial, Apoptosis, Antibiotic, Caspase, caspase-8, Penicillic acid

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

51340722