Melanocin A
Melanocin A is a Melanin biosynthesis inhibitor. Melanocin A inhibits the biosynthesis of melanin and tyrosinase (IC50 is 9.0 nM, MIC is 0.9 μM) . Melanocin A also has antioxidant effect[1].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
[670274-36-9]
UNSPSC
12352005
Target
Melanocortin Receptor
Related Pathways
GPCR/G Protein; Neuronal Signaling
Field of Research
Cancer
Smiles
OC(C=C1/C=C(C#N)/C(NC=O)=C/C2=CC(O)=C(C=C2)O)=C(C=C1)O
Molecular Formula
C18H14N2O5
Molecular Weight
338.31
References & Citations
[1]Chi-Hyun Park, et al. Prevention of UV radiation-induced premature skin aging in hairless mice by the novel compound Melanocin A. Photochem Photobiol. 2006 Mar-Apr;82 (2) :574-8.
Shipping Conditions
Room temperature
Scientific Category
Natural Products
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
Curated Selection
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