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Avermectin B1a (CAS 65195-55-3)

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Alternate Names:
5-O-Demethylavermectin A1a
Application:
Avermectin B1a is a macrocyclic lactone with insecticide and acaricide properties
CAS Number:
65195-55-3
Purity:
>99%
Molecular Weight:
873.1
Molecular Formula:
C48H72O14
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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Avermectin B1a is a macrocyclic lactone. It is of interest in agricultural research and pest management due to its potent action as an insecticide and nematocide. The compound operates through a unique mechanism of action, targeting the neurotransmission processes in pests. Specifically, avermectin B1a binds to glutamate-gated chloride channels in nerve and muscle cells of invertebrates, leading to an increase in the permeability of the cell membrane to chloride ions. This influx of chloride ions causes hyperpolarization of the nerve cell, ultimately resulting in paralysis and death of the targeted organism. Its remarkable efficacy at low concentrations against a wide range of agricultural pests underpins its role in integrated pest management programs, aiming to reduce the reliance on traditional chemical pesticides and to minimize environmental impact. In research, avermectin B1a serves as a model compound for studying the bioactivity of similar macrocyclic lactones and for the development of new derivatives with enhanced activity and safety profiles, contributing to the advancement of sustainable agricultural practices.


Avermectin B1a (CAS 65195-55-3) References

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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Avermectin B1a, 1 mg

sc-202070
1 mg
$169.00

Avermectin B1a, 1 mg

sc-202070-CW
1 mg
$322.00

Avermectin B1a, 25 mg

sc-202070A
25 mg
$980.00