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Pyrrole-2,3,5-tricarboxylic Acid (CAS 945-32-4)

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Alternate Names:
1H-Pyrrole-2,3,5-tricarboxylic Acid
CAS Number:
945-32-4
Molecular Weight:
199.12
Molecular Formula:
C7H5NO6
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Pyrrole-2,3,5-tricarboxylic acid is a cyclic organic compound present in various plants, fungi, and bacteria. Its versatile nature has allowed it to serve as a fluorescent probe for investigating protein structure and dynamics, as well as a catalyst in organic synthesis and a promising target for drug development. Its applications extend to studying enzyme properties, identifying novel therapeutics, and unraveling the mechanisms of existing drugs. Notably, it exhibits inhibitory effects on specific cancer cells, possesses anti-inflammatory properties, and demonstrates antiviral activity.


Pyrrole-2,3,5-tricarboxylic Acid (CAS 945-32-4) References

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  5. A possible new oxidation marker for hair adulteration: Detection of PTeCA (1H-pyrrole-2,3,4,5-tetracarboxylic acid) in bleached hair.  |  Eisenbeiss, L., et al. 2020. Drug Test Anal. 12: 230-238. PMID: 31655024
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Pyrrole-2,3,5-tricarboxylic Acid, 5 mg

sc-476901
5 mg
$210.00

Pyrrole-2,3,5-tricarboxylic Acid, 50 mg

sc-476901A
50 mg
$2975.00