Trans-Urocanic Acid
Trans-Urocanic acid, the (E) -isomer of the epidermal UV-protectant, is enriched in brain regions like the hippocampus. This immunomodulatory compound inhibits human natural killer cell activity in vitro and serves as a research tool in neuroscience, particularly for Alzheimer's disease studies.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
3465-72-3
Product Name Alternative
Trans Urocanic Acid, trans-UCA, transUrocanic Acid, trans-Urocanic Acid, (E) -Urocanic acid
Field of Research
Metabolism Research
Purity
99.82% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMF:3 mg/mL (21.72 mM) ; PBS (pH 7.2) :0.3 mg/mL (2.17 mM) ; DMSO:15 mg/mL (108.6 mM) ;10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:2 mg/mL (14.48 mM)
Smiles
C (=C/C (O) =O) \C1=CN=CN1
Molecular Formula
C6H6N2O2
Molecular Weight
138.12
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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