Crocin
Crocin, a water-soluble carotenoid from saffron, is used in food coloring and traditional medicine. Research indicates it inhibits TNF-alpha-induced apoptosis in PC12 cells by modulating Bcl-2 family proteins and caspase-3, and it stabilizes glutathione to block nSMase activity. Its applications extend to neuroprotection and oncology research in vitro.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
42553-65-1
Product Name Alternative
Gardenia Yellow, Alpha-Crocin, a-Crocin, Crocin, Crocin I, α-Crocin
Field of Research
Cardiovascular Research, Cell Biology, Epigenetics & Chromatin, Metabolism Research, Signal Transduction, Stem Cell & Developmental Biology
Purity
98.00% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:100 mg/mL (102.36 mM) ;10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:4 mg/mL (4.09 mM)
Smiles
Molecular Formula
C44H64O24
Molecular Weight
976.96
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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