Formulation: A solution in ethanol
Formal Name: 6,10,14,18-tetramethyl-5,9,13,17-nonadecatetraen-2-one
Purity: ≥98% (mixture of isomers)
Formula Markup: C23H38O
Formula Weight: 330,6
Shelf life (days): 730
CAS Number: 6809-52-5
Notes: Geranylgeranylacetone is an inducer of heat shock protein (Hsp) expression that has been shown to increase Hsp70 (also known as Hsp72 and HspA1A), Hsp22 (HspB8), Hsp27 (HspB1), Hsp90 (HspC), and Hsp105 (HspH1) levels in various cells and tissues.{34381,34383,34385} It is orally bioavailable and has diverse effects in vivo, including hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, and antiulcerative effects.{34382,34384} The effects of geranylgeranylacetone on Hsp expression are more pronounced under stress conditions.{34383}