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N-(β-ketocaproyl)-L-Homoserine lactone (CAS 143537-62-6)

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Alternate Names:
N-(3-Oxohexanoyl)-L-homoserine lactone; 3-Oxo-C6-HSL
Application:
N-(β-ketocaproyl)-L-Homoserine lactone is a component of quorum regulatory sensing
CAS Number:
143537-62-6
Purity:
≥95%
Molecular Weight:
213.23
Molecular Formula:
C10H15NO4
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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N-(β-ketocaproyl)-L-homoserine lactone is a molecule extensively studied in the context of bacterial quorum sensing, where it plays a pivotal role as an autoinducer. This compound is integral to the regulation of gene expression related to group behaviors in bacterial populations, such as biofilm development, virulence factor production, and motility. Research using N-(β-ketocaproyl)-L-homoserine lactone is critical for unraveling the complexities of bacterial communication and could inform the design of novel antibacterial strategies by targeting quorum sensing systems. Such studies are also vital for understanding the impact of microbial community interactions on human health and disease, as well as on environmental processes.


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N-(β-ketocaproyl)-L-Homoserine lactone, 5 mg

sc-205396
5 mg
$53.00

N-(β-ketocaproyl)-L-Homoserine lactone, 25 mg

sc-205396A
25 mg
$167.00