Ricinelaidic Acid, CAS 540-12-5

Formulation: A solution in ethanol

Formal Name: 12(R)-hydroxy-9(E)-octadecenoic acid

Purity: ≥95%

Formula Markup: C18H34O3

Formula Weight: 298,5

Shelf life (days): 730

CAS Number: 540-12-5

Notes: Ricinelaidic acid is a 12-hydroxy fatty acid and an antagonist of leukotriene B4 (LTB4) receptors (Ki = 2 µM in porcine neutrophil membranes).{2361} It inhibits chemotaxis and calcium flux induced by LTB4 (Item No. 20110) in isolated human neutrophils (IC50s = 10 and 7 µM, respectively). Ricinelaidic acid (1 mg/kg, i.v.) inhibits bronchoconstriction induced by LTB4 in rats by 46%.

• SKU: CAY22470-50
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 22470-50
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 50 mg
• Quantity Unit: STK