Primin, CAS 15121-94-5

Formulation: A solid

Formal Name: 2-methoxy-6-pentyl-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione

Purity: ≥98%

Formula Markup: C12H16O3

Formula Weight: 208,3

Shelf life (days): 1460

CAS Number: 15121-94-5

Notes: Primin is a benzoquinone that has been found in P. obconica and has diverse biological activities.{61951,61952,61953,61954} It selectively inhibits COX-2 over COX-1 (IC50s = 0.09 and 5.14 µM, respectively) and induces the production of adrenochrome from epinephrine, a marker of pro-oxidant activity, in a cell-free assay when used at a concentration of 8.81 µM.{61951} Primin is active against T. brucei rhodesiense and L. donovani (IC50s = 0.144 and 0.711 µM, respectively), as well as S. aureus (IC50 = 8.94 µM).{61952,61953} In vivo, primin induces contact sensitization in guinea pigs.{61954}

• SKU: CAY35441-25
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 35441-25
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 25 mg
• Quantity Unit: STK
• Application: Reinstoffe