4-Methylcatechol
4-Methylcatechol is a small molecule metabolite that acts as both a substrate and mechanism-based inhibitor for catechol 2,3-dioxygenase. It is a known inducer of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), linking it to research in neuropathic pain models and neurotrophic signaling pathways in both cellular and animal studies.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
452-86-8
Product Name Alternative
Catechol 2,3-Dioxygenase, 4-methylbenzene-1,2-diol, 4Methylcatechol, 4-Methylcatechol, 4 Methylcatechol, 3,4-Dihydroxytoluene, inhibit, Inhibitor, p-Methylcatechol, Homocatechol, EndogenousMetabolite, Endogenous Metabolite
Field of Research
Cell Biology, Immunology & Inflammation, Metabolism Research
Purity
98.67% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:2 mg/mL (16.11 mM) ; DMSO:12 mg/mL (96.67 mM) ; Ethanol:Soluble; H2O:Soluble
Smiles
CC1=CC (O) =C (O) C=C1
Molecular Formula
C7H8O2
Molecular Weight
124.14
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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