2-Heptyl-4-quinolone

2-Heptyl-4-quinolone is an intermediate in the synthesis of the Pseudomonas quinolone signal (PQS) that controls swarming by positively regulating phenazine production. 2-Heptyl-4-quinolone induces the production of the phenazine-1-carboxylic acid (PCA) [1].

Product Specifications

CAS Number

[40522-46-1]

UNSPSC

12352005

Hazard Statement

H302

Target

Drug Intermediate

Type

Natural Products

Related Pathways

Others

Field of Research

Others

Assay Protocol

https://www.medchemexpress.com/2-heptyl-4-quinolone.html

Purity

99.81

Solubility

DMSO : 50 mg/mL (ultrasonic)

Smiles

O=C1C=C(CCCCCCC)NC2=C1C=CC=C2

Molecular Formula

C16H21NO

Molecular Weight

243.34

Precautions

H302

References & Citations

[1]Ha DG, et al. 2-Heptyl-4-quinolone, a precursor of the Pseudomonas quinolone signal molecule, modulates swarming motility in Pseudomonas aeruginosa. J Bacteriol. 2011 Dec;193 (23) :6770-80.