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4-Hexylresorcinol (CAS 136-77-6)

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Application:
4-Hexylresorcinol is a potent irreversible inhibitor of polyphenol oxidase
CAS Number:
136-77-6
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
194.27
Molecular Formula:
C12H18O2
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.

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4-Hexylresorcinol is an inhibitor of TGase2 (transglutaminase-2) in KB cells. Studies indicate that 4-Hexylresorcinol reduces DNA oxidative damage in human lymphocytes. The combination of 4-Hexylresorcinol and Cisplatin (sc-200896) may act to inhibit tumor growth, cell growth, and KB cell viability. Alternate studies suggest that 4-Hexylresorcinol is a potent irreversible inhibitor of polyphenol oxidase (PPO) activity. Furthermore, 4-Hexylresorcinol is a mixed-type inhibitor which influences the apparent V(max) and K(m) values of the inhibitor by binding preferentially to the oxy form of PPO.


4-Hexylresorcinol (CAS 136-77-6) References

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  2. 4-Hexylresorcinol inhibits transglutaminase-2 activity and has synergistic effects along with cisplatin in KB cells.  |  Kim, SG., et al. 2011. Oncol Rep. 25: 1597-602. PMID: 21424127
  3. Inhibitory potential of 4-hexylresorcinol against α-glucosidase and non-enzymatic glycation: Activity and mechanism.  |  Song, S., et al. 2021. J Biosci Bioeng. 131: 241-249. PMID: 33191127
  4. Effect of 4-Hexylresorcinol on the Efficiency of Antibiotic Treatment of Experimental Sepsis Caused by Antibiotic-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Strain in Mice.  |  Shemyakin, IG., et al. 2021. Bull Exp Biol Med. 171: 458-460. PMID: 34542762
  5. An Overview of Alkylresorcinols Biological Properties and Effects.  |  Zabolotneva, AA., et al. 2022. J Nutr Metab. 2022: 4667607. PMID: 35036005
  6. 4-Hexylresorcinol: pharmacologic chaperone and its application for wound healing.  |  Kim, SG. 2022. Maxillofac Plast Reconstr Surg. 44: 5. PMID: 35103875
  7. Comprehensive interpretation of in vitro micronucleus test results for 292 chemicals: from hazard identification to risk assessment application.  |  Kuo, B., et al. 2022. Arch Toxicol. 96: 2067-2085. PMID: 35445829
  8. Effects of 4-hexylresorcinol administration on the submandibular glands in a growing rat model.  |  Yoon, JH., et al. 2022. Head Face Med. 18: 16. PMID: 35668488
  9. Administration of 4‑hexylresorcinol increases p53‑mediated transcriptional activity in oral cancer cells with the p53 mutation.  |  Kang, YJ., et al. 2022. Oncol Rep. 48: PMID: 35856441
  10. Silicon Doped Carbon Dots as an New Ratiometric Fluorescence Probe for Proanthocyanidins Assay Based on the Redox Reaction Between Cr(VI) and Proanthocyanidins.  |  Hu, Q., et al. 2023. J Fluoresc. 33: 849-858. PMID: 36595093
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  13. Effects of Non-Enzymatic Browning and Lipid Oxidation on Color of Ready-to-Eat Abalone during Accelerated Storage and Its Control.  |  Fan, Y., et al. 2023. Foods. 12: PMID: 37048335

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4-Hexylresorcinol, 25 g

sc-238860
25 g
$70.00