Maltol
Maltol, a type of aromatic compound, is an antioxidant agent. Maltol enhances neural function by mitigating oxidative stress and cell apoptosis. Maltol is an inhibitor of oxidative damage in nerve cells and is effective in preventing diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) . Maltol is used extensively as a safe flavoring agent and food preservative. Maltol is a metal ion chelator that can be used in the field of catalysis, cosmetics, and medicine[1][2].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
118-71-8
UNSPSC
12352005
Hazard Statement
H302, H401
Target
Apoptosis; Endogenous Metabolite
Type
Natural Products
Related Pathways
Apoptosis; Metabolic Enzyme/Protease
Applications
Metabolism-protein/nucleotide metabolism
Field of Research
Infection; Neurological Disease
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/maltol.html
Purity
99.98
Solubility
DMSO : 100 mg/mL (ultrasonic) |H2O : 1.82 mg/mL (ultrasonic; warming; heat to 60°C)
Smiles
O=C1C(O)=C(C)OC=C1
Molecular Formula
C6H6O3
Molecular Weight
126.11
Precautions
H302, H401
References & Citations
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
-20°C, 3 years; 4°C, 2 years (Powder)
Scientific Category
Natural Products
Clinical Information
Phase 4
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