Date published: 2026-5-13

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GALC Activators

GALC activators represent a class of compounds with the ability to enhance the activity or expression of galactocerebrosidase (GALC), a crucial enzyme involved in the degradation of galactolipids, specifically galactosylceramide. The regulation of GALC activity is intricately linked to cellular processes governing lipid metabolism, particularly the turnover of galactosylceramide within lysosomes. GALC plays a pivotal role in the catabolism of galactosylceramide, catalyzing its hydrolysis into ceramide and galactose, thereby preventing the pathological accumulation of galactosylceramide observed in conditions such as Krabbe disease. GALC activators act on various cellular pathways that intersect with GALC regulation, influencing its expression or activity and promoting the maintenance of lipid homeostasis.

Understanding the mechanisms by which GALC activators function requires a comprehensive exploration of the pathways involved in lipid metabolism and lysosomal function. GALC activators can modulate cellular processes related to glycosphingolipid biosynthesis, impacting the availability of substrates for GALC enzymatic activity. Additionally, these activators may influence signaling cascades associated with cellular growth, differentiation, and apoptosis, providing a means to enhance GALC expression or activity indirectly. By targeting specific nodes within these pathways, GALC activators can promote efficient lipid turnover within lysosomes, thereby contributing to the prevention of galactosylceramide accumulation and the maintenance of cellular homeostasis. Further research in this area holds the promise of uncovering novel compounds and mechanisms that can bolster GALC activity, providing areas for research in lysosomal storage disorders and related conditions.

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Curcumin

458-37-7sc-200509
sc-200509A
sc-200509B
sc-200509C
sc-200509D
sc-200509F
sc-200509E
1 g
5 g
25 g
100 g
250 g
1 kg
2.5 kg
$37.00
$69.00
$109.00
$218.00
$239.00
$879.00
$1968.00
47
(1)

Curcumin, a polyphenol, enhances GALC activity by modulating cellular processes that indirectly increase GALC expression and activity.

Resveratrol

501-36-0sc-200808
sc-200808A
sc-200808B
100 mg
500 mg
5 g
$80.00
$220.00
$460.00
64
(2)

Resveratrol, a natural phenol, indirectly stimulates GALC activity by promoting antioxidant pathways that are beneficial for overall cellular health, including GALC function.

Retinoic Acid, all trans

302-79-4sc-200898
sc-200898A
sc-200898B
sc-200898C
500 mg
5 g
10 g
100 g
$66.00
$325.00
$587.00
$1018.00
28
(1)

Retinoic Acid, a Vitamin A derivative, can influence gene expression patterns that include upregulation of GALC activity.

Caffeic acid phenethyl ester

104594-70-9sc-200800
sc-200800A
sc-200800B
20 mg
100 mg
1 g
$71.00
$296.00
$612.00
19
(1)

Caffeic acid phenethyl ester, a natural phenolic compound, indirectly activates GALC by modulating NF-kB pathway, which is involved in inflammatory responses and cellular health.

D,L-Sulforaphane

4478-93-7sc-207495A
sc-207495B
sc-207495C
sc-207495
sc-207495E
sc-207495D
5 mg
10 mg
25 mg
1 g
10 g
250 mg
$153.00
$292.00
$489.00
$1325.00
$8465.00
$933.00
22
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DL-Sulforaphane, a compound found in cruciferous vegetables, can indirectly upregulate GALC activity by activating Nrf2 pathway, influencing cellular defense mechanisms.

(−)-Epigallocatechin Gallate

989-51-5sc-200802
sc-200802A
sc-200802B
sc-200802C
sc-200802D
sc-200802E
10 mg
50 mg
100 mg
500 mg
1 g
10 g
$43.00
$73.00
$126.00
$243.00
$530.00
$1259.00
11
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(-)-Epigallocatechin Gallate, the main catechin in green tea, may indirectly influence GALC activity by its antioxidant properties, improving overall cell health.

Quercetin

117-39-5sc-206089
sc-206089A
sc-206089E
sc-206089C
sc-206089D
sc-206089B
100 mg
500 mg
100 g
250 g
1 kg
25 g
$11.00
$17.00
$110.00
$250.00
$936.00
$50.00
33
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Quercetin, a flavonoid, can indirectly enhance GALC activity by modulating signaling pathways involved in cellular stress responses.

Ferulic acid

1135-24-6sc-204753
sc-204753A
sc-204753B
sc-204753C
sc-204753D
5 g
25 g
100 g
500 g
1 kg
$43.00
$63.00
$156.00
$563.00
$1008.00
10
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Ferulic Acid, an organic compound found in seeds of plants, indirectly activates GALC by promoting antioxidant pathways.

Luteolin

491-70-3sc-203119
sc-203119A
sc-203119B
sc-203119C
sc-203119D
5 mg
50 mg
500 mg
5 g
500 g
$27.00
$51.00
$101.00
$153.00
$1925.00
40
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Luteolin, a flavonoid, potentially enhances GALC activity indirectly through its effects on cellular signaling and antioxidative properties.

Apigenin

520-36-5sc-3529
sc-3529A
sc-3529B
sc-3529C
sc-3529D
sc-3529E
sc-3529F
5 mg
100 mg
1 g
5 g
25 g
100 g
1 kg
$33.00
$214.00
$734.00
$1151.00
$2348.00
$3127.00
$5208.00
22
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Apigenin, a flavonoid found in many plants, can influence GALC activity indirectly by affecting signaling pathways related to cellular health.