a-Pyrone
CAS: 504-31-4
Ref. 3D-FP176715
| 1g | Discontinued | ||
| 2g | Discontinued | ||
| 5g | Discontinued | ||
| 250mg | Discontinued | ||
| 500mg | Discontinued |
Product Information
- 1,2-Pyrone
- 2,4-Pentadienoic acid, 5-hydroxy-, δ-lactone
- 2-Pyranone
- 2-Pyrone
- 2H-Pyran, 2-oxo-
- 2H-Pyran-2-one
- 2H-Pyrane-2-one
- Coumalin
- α-Pyrone
a-Pyrone is a coumarin derivative that inhibits mitochondrial membrane potential and has been shown to have significant cytotoxicity. It also has been found to inhibit the replication of HIV, as well as being active against carcinoma cell lines. The biological properties of a-Pyrone are not fully understood, but it has been shown to affect metabolic disorders in some cases and may be useful in treating diseases such as diabetes. Structural analysis shows that the protocatechuic acid moiety is important for its activity. Coumarins are a class of compounds with a hydroxyl group at position 3 and an aromatic ring at position 2. They are known for their ability to emit light when excited by light, which is why they are used in photonic devices such as LEDs or lasers.
