Perilla ketone

SKU: orb3177665

Description

Perilla ketone is a natural furan-type monoterpene compound found primarily in Perilla frutescens, a plant of the Lamiaceae family. Perilla ketone exhibits significant pulmonary toxicity; it can be activated by cytochrome P450 enzymes in the lungs, leading to severe lung injury and the development of diffuse pulmonary edema.

Research Area

Metabolism Research

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 553-84-4
• MW: 166.22
• Purity: 99.46% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O₂
• SMILES: O=C(C1=COC=C1)CCC(C)C
• Target: Cytochromes P450

Storage & Handling

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

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Gene Symbol

Cytochromes P450