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L-Pipecolic Acid (CAS 3105-95-1)

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Alternate Names:
L-Homoproline; (S)-Piperidine-2-carboxylic acid;
Application:
L-Pipecolic Acid is involved in synaptic transmission in the central nervous system
CAS Number:
3105-95-1
Molecular Weight:
129.16
Molecular Formula:
C6H11NO2
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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L-Pipecolic Acid is a versatile compound that plays a role in multiple metabolic pathways and exerts its influence on various proteins and enzymes. Its interaction with lysine-ketoglutarate reductase, an enzyme for amino acid synthesis, is well-documented. Moreover,L-Pipecolic Acid demonstrates the ability to regulate the activity of key proteins involved in inflammation and oxidative stress, including NF-κB and Nrf2.


L-Pipecolic Acid (CAS 3105-95-1) References

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L-Pipecolic Acid, 5 g

sc-391179
5 g
$234.00