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N-Methoxycarbonylmaleimide (CAS 55750-48-6)

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Alternate Names:
N-(Methoxycarbonyl) Maleimide
Application:
N-Methoxycarbonylmaleimide is a building block used for the introduction of the maleimide group in peptides, amino acids and amines.
CAS Number:
55750-48-6
Purity:
≥95%
Molecular Weight:
155.11
Molecular Formula:
C6H5NO4
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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N-Methoxycarbonylmaleimide (NMCM) is a synthetic compound. In scientific research, N-Methoxycarbonylmaleimide has been employed in various experiments, specifically those pertaining to protein-protein interactions, enzyme activity, and cell signaling. Moreover, researchers have harnessed the power of N-Methoxycarbonylmaleimide to unravel the structure and function of proteins, as well as to investigate the influence of environmental factors on protein behavior. The mechanism of action of N-Methoxycarbonylmaleimide involves its role as a reversible inhibitor of protein-protein interactions. Extensive research has revealed that it binds to proteins in a non-covalent manner, mediated by hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions. Additionally, N-Methoxycarbonylmaleimide has demonstrated interactions with enzymes, leading to the inhibition of specific enzyme activities.


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N-Methoxycarbonylmaleimide, 100 mg

sc-218971
100 mg
$94.00

N-Methoxycarbonylmaleimide, 1 g

sc-218971A
1 g
$97.00