Phorbol
Phorbol (4β-Phorbol) is a diterpenoid natural product known for its potent tumor-promoting activity, which it exerts by directly activating Protein Kinase C (PKC) . It is extensively used as a research tool in both in vitro and in vivo studies to investigate PKC signaling pathways, cellular proliferation, and carcinogenesis mechanisms.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
17673-25-5
Product Name Alternative
(+) -Phorbol, 4β-Phorbol, 4b-Phorbol, 4beta-Phorbol, Phorbol, PKC
Field of Research
Epigenetics & Chromatin, Signal Transduction
Purity
98.20% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:50 mg/mL (137.2 mM) ;10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:1 mg/mL (2.74 mM)
Smiles
C[C@@H]1[C@@H] (O) [C@]2 (O) [C@H] ([C@@H]3C=C (CO) C[C@@]4 (O) [C@@H] (C=C (C) C4=O) [C@@]13O) C2 (C) C
Molecular Formula
C20H28O6
Molecular Weight
364.43
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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