Hexachlorobenzene (CAS 118-74-1)
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Hexachlorobenzene is a stable, white, crystalline substance that has been used as a fungicide and in the manufacture of dyes, organic chemicals, rubber, and wood preservation. When heated, it emits toxic fumes including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrochloric acid, and other chlorinated compounds. In the past, hexachlorobenzene was widely used as a pesticide for protecting onion and sorghum seeds, as well as in the production of fireworks, ammunition, and synthetic rubber. Research has shown that hexachlorobenzene activates specific signaling pathways and promotes cell migration and the expression of metalloproteases (MMPs), which play a role in tumor invasion and metastasis. In animal models, hexachlorobenzene has been found to enhance tumor growth and increase the expression of MMP2 and MMP9 proteins. Furthermore, it stimulates lung metastasis, regardless of the tumor′s hormone-receptor status.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Hexachlorobenzene, 250 mg | sc-255196 | 250 mg | $53.00 | |||
Hexachlorobenzene, 25 g | sc-255196A | 25 g | $378.00 |