β-Elemene
β-Elemene ((-) -β-Elemene; Levo-β-elemene) is isolated from natural plant Curcuma aromatica with an antitumor activity. β-Elemene can induce cell apoptosis.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
[515-13-9]
Product Name Alternative
(-) -β-Elemene; Levo-β-elemene
UNSPSC
12352211
Hazard Statement
H227, H301+H311, H314, H332, H335, H410
Target
Apoptosis
Type
Natural Products
Related Pathways
Apoptosis
Applications
Cancer-programmed cell death
Field of Research
Cancer
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/β-elemene.html
Purity
99.88
Solubility
DMSO : 50 mg/mL (ultrasonic) |Ethanol : 50 mg/mL (ultrasonic)
Smiles
CC([C@H]1[C@@](C)(CC[C@@H](C(C)=C)C1)C=C)=C
Molecular Formula
C15H24
Molecular Weight
204.36
Precautions
H227, H301+H311, H314, H332, H335, H410
References & Citations
[1]Ross, S.A., and ElSohly, M.A. The volatile oil composition of fresh and air-dried buds of Cannabis sativa. J. Nat. Prod. 59 (1), 49-51 (1996) .|[2]Gan D, et al. β-elemene enhances cisplatin-induced apoptosis in bladder cancer cells through the ROS-AMPK signaling pathway.Oncol Lett. 2020 Jan;19 (1) :291-300.
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
4°C (Powder, stored under nitrogen)
Scientific Category
Natural Products
Clinical Information
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Available Sizes
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