Fmoc-8-aminocaprylic acid

CAS: 126631-93-4

Ref. 3D-FF48263

Product Information

• Name: Fmoc-8-aminocaprylic acid
• Synonyms: Fmoc-8-aminooctanoic acid8-(Fmoc-amino)-caprylic acid, Fmoc-8-Aoc-OH, 8-{[(9H-fluoren-9-ylmethoxy)carbonyl]amino}octanoic acid, (4-{[(9H-fluoren-9-ylmethoxy)carbonyl]amino}piperidin-1-yl)acetic acid, N-Fmoc-8-Aminooctanoic Acid
• CAS: 126631-93-4

Description

Fmoc-8-aminocaprylic acid is a compound that belongs to the group of natural pigments and is found in the fungus Monascus purpureus. It has been shown to be an effective inhibitor of growth for a number of human cancer cells, including melanoma, colon, and breast cancer cells. Fmoc-8-aminocaprylic acid also has anti-inflammatory activities and can inhibit the production of inflammatory cytokines such as TNFα and IL-6. In addition, Fmoc-8-aminocaprylic acid can inhibit cell proliferation by binding to DNA, inhibiting protein synthesis, and inducing apoptosis in cells.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 381.46 g/mol
• Formula: C₂₃H₂₇NO₄
• Purity: Min. 95%