Carminic acid

SKU: orb1297117

Description

Carminic acid, the red pigment derived from cochineal insects, acts as a potent ant feeding deterrent. This natural compound exhibits antioxidant properties, protecting cells like erythrocytes from oxidative damage, and demonstrates antitumor activity in research studies, supporting its use in biochemical and pharmacological investigations.

Research Area

Immunology & Inflammation, Signal Transduction

Key Properties

• Target: Interleukin,Nrf2,ROS,NF-κB,JNK
• Molecular Weight: 492.39
• Purity: 99.94% (May vary between batches)
• CAS Number: 1260-17-9
• Formula: C₂₂H₂₀O₁₃
• SMILES: Cc1c(C(O)=O)c(O)cc2C(=O)c3c(O)c(O)c([C@@H]4O[C@H](CO)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H]4O)c(O)c3C(=O)c12

Storage & Handling

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

Alternative Names

inhibit, Inhibitor, Carminic acid, coccid dye, red colorant, ROS

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

10255083