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Chemodex
N-Octanoyl-L-homoserine lactone
Product Details | |
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Synonyms | N-[(3S)-Tetrahydro-2-oxo-3-furanyl]-octanamide; C8-HSL; OHL |
Product Type | Chemical |
Properties | |
Formula | C12H21NO3 |
MW | 227.3 |
CAS | 147852-84-4 |
Source/Host Chemicals | Synthetic. |
Purity Chemicals | ≥98% (NMR) |
Appearance | White powder. |
Solubility | Soluble in DMSO and dimethylformamide (approx. 30mg/ml). |
Identity | Determined by 1H-NMR. |
Declaration | Manufactured by Chemodex. |
Other Product Data |
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InChi Key | JKEJEOJPJVRHMQ-JTQLQIEISA-N |
Smiles | CCCCCCCC(=O)N[C@H]1CCOC1=O |
Shipping and Handling | |
Shipping | AMBIENT |
Short Term Storage | +4°C |
Long Term Storage | +4°C |
Handling Advice |
Keep cool and dry. Protect from light and moisture. |
Use/Stability | Stable for at least 2 years after receipt when stored at +4°C. |
Documents | |
MSDS | Inquire |
Product Specification Sheet | |
Datasheet | Download PDF |
N-Octanoyl-L-homoserine lactone (C8-HSL) is a small diffusible signaling molecule involved in quorum sensing, thereby controlling gene expression and affecting cellular metabolism. The applications of this molecule include infection prevention and regulation of virulence in general and in cystic fibrosis.
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