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Octyl gallate (Progallin O) is widely used as a food additive, with antimicrobial and antioxidant activity. Octyl gallate (Progallin O) shows selective and sensitive fluorescent property. Octyl gallate shows a marked antiviral effect against HSV-1, vesicular stomatitis virus (VSV) and poliovirus. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Additional or Alternative Names: 3,4,5-Trihydroxy-benzoicacioctylester. Product Category: Inhibitors. Appearance: Solid. CAS No. 1034-01-1. Molecular formula: C15H22O5. Mole weight: 282.33. Purity: 0.98. IUPACName: Octyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate. Canonical SMILES: CCCCCCCCOC(=O)C1=CC(=C(C(=C1)O)O)O. Density: 1.0984 g/cm³. Product ID: ACM1034011. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
Octyl Gallate BP. CAS No. 1034-01-1. Molecular formula: C15H22O5.
Octyl glucose neopentyl glycol
Octyl glucose neopentyl glycol is a chemical constituent widely employed in the pharmaceutical sector, rendering it particularly suitable for the development of potent antiviral drugs as well as anti-inflammatory remedies. Synonyms: 2,2-Dihexylpropane-1,3-bis b-D-glucopyranoside; Octyl MNG. CAS No. 1257853-32-9. Molecular formula: C27H52O12. Mole weight: 568.69.
Octyl hydrogen 2-octadecenylsuccinate
Octyl hydrogen 2-octadecenylsuccinate. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Additional or Alternative Names: EINECS 299-456-3, Octyl hydrogen 2-octadecenylsuccinate, 93882-71-4. Product Category: Heterocyclic Organic Compound. CAS No. 93882-71-4. Molecular formula: C30H56O4. Mole weight: 480.76324. Purity: 0.96. IUPACName: (E)-2-(2-octoxy-2-oxoethyl)icos-4-enoic acid. Canonical SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC=CCC(CC(=O)OCCCCCCCC)C(=O)O. ECNumber: 299-456-3. Product ID: ACM93882714. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
Octyl L-glucopyranoside is a multifunctional and highly versatile bioactive compound, finding extensive applications in protein purification, membrane protein solubilization and lipid bilayer stabilization. It facilitates the solubilization and stabilization of drugs research specifically designed to target membrane proteins, infectious diseases and neurological disorders. Molecular formula: C14H28O6. Mole weight: 292.37.
100ml Pack Size. Group: Analytical Reagents, Building Blocks, Catalysts, Grignard Reagents, Organics. Formula: C8H17ClMg. CAS No. 38841-98-4. Prepack ID 90027748-100ml. Molecular Weight 172.98. See USA prepack pricing.
Octylmagnesium chloride solution
2.0 M in THF. Group: Organometallic reagents.
Octyl Maleimide
A sonic hedgehog inhibitor. Also a possible inhibitor of prostaglandin endoperodixide synthases. Group: Biochemicals. Grades: Highly Purified. Pack Sizes: 500mg. US Biological Life Sciences.
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Octyl methacrylate
Octyl methacrylate. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Product Category: Polymer/Macromolecule. CAS No. 2157-1-9. Mole weight: 198.3. Density: 0.89. Product ID: ACM2157019-1. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
Octyl Methanethiosulfonate
Reacts specifically and rapidly with thiols to form mixed disulfides. Used to probe the structures of the ACh receptor channel of the GABA receptor channel and of lactose permease. Group: Biochemicals. Grades: Highly Purified. Pack Sizes: 100mg. US Biological Life Sciences.
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Octyl Methanethiosulfonate
Octyl Methanethiosulfonate. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Additional or Alternative Names: Methanesulfonothioic Acid S-Octyl Ester. Product Category: Heterocyclic Organic Compound. Appearance: Pale Yellow Oil. CAS No. 7559-45-7. Molecular formula: C9H20O2S2. Purity: 0.96. IUPACName: 1-methylsulfonylsulfanyloctane. Canonical SMILES: CCCCCCCCSS(=O)(=O)C. Density: 1.057g/cm³. Product ID: ACM7559457. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
Octyl octanoate. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Additional or Alternative Names: Octyl caprylate. Appearance: Colorless clear liquid. CAS No. 2306-88-9. Molecular formula: C16H32O2. Mole weight: 256.42. Purity: 0.98. Density: 0.859 g/mL at 25°C(lit.). ECNumber: 218-980-5. Product ID: ACM2306889. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
Octylonium bromide
Octylonium bromide. Group: Biochemicals. Alternative Names: N, N-Diethyl-N-methy-2- [ [4- [ [2- (octyloxy) benzoyl] amino] benzoyl] oxy] ethanaminium bromide; Otilonium bromide; SP-63. Grades: Highly Purified. CAS No. 26095-59-0. Pack Sizes: 50g, 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg. Molecular Formula: C29H43BrN2O4. US Biological Life Sciences.
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Octylonium Bromide (Spasmonen. Otilonium Bromide)
Inhibits platlet activating factor induced hypotension. Group: Biochemicals. Alternative Names: Spasmonen. Otilonium Bromide. Grades: Highly Purified. Pack Sizes: 10mg. US Biological Life Sciences.
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Octyl Orlistat
An impurity of Orlistat, which a pancreatic lipase inhibitor acting locally in the gastrointestinal tract to inhibit lipase. Synonyms: Octyl Orlistat; N-Formyl-L-leucine (1S)-1-[[(2S,3S)-3-Octyl-4-oxo-2-oxetanyl]methyl]dodecyl Ester. Grades: > 95%. CAS No. 1243011-56-4. Molecular formula: 1243011-56-4. Mole weight: 523.8.
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Octyl phenylacetate
Octyl phenylacetate. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Additional or Alternative Names: benzeneaceticacid,octylester;OCTYL PHENYLACETATE;PHENYLACETIC ACID OCTYL ESTER;FEMA 2812;2-phenylacetic acid octyl ester;octyl 2-phenylacetate;octyl 2-phenylethanoate. Product Category: Heterocyclic Organic Compound. CAS No. 122-45-2. Molecular formula: C16H24O2. Mole weight: 248.37. Product ID: ACM122452. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
Octyl phenyl hydrogen phosphate
Octyl phenyl hydrogen phosphate. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Additional or Alternative Names: Octyl phenyl hydrogen phosphate, CID82742, EINECS 234-180-9, 10581-14-3. Product Category: Heterocyclic Organic Compound. CAS No. 10581-14-3. Molecular formula: C14H23O4P. Mole weight: 286.304 g/mol. Purity: 0.96. IUPACName: octyl phenyl hydrogen phosphate. Canonical SMILES: CCCCCCCCOP(=O)(O)OC1=CC=CC=C1. ECNumber: 234-180-9. Product ID: ACM10581143. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
Octylphenylpolyethylene glycol
Octylphenylpolyethylene glycol. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Additional or Alternative Names: 2-ethanediyl). alpha.-(4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenyl)-.omega.-hydroxy-Poly(oxy-1;antaroxa-200;EmulsifierTX-10;ethoxylatedp-tert-octylphenol;glycols,polyethylene,mono(p-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenyl)ether;hydrolsw;octylphenoxypolyethoxy;Olyethyleneglycolmono(p-1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenylether. Product Category: Biomaterials. CAS No. 9002-93-1. Molecular formula: C18H28O5. Mole weight: 324.41192. Density: 1.06g/mL at 20°C. Product ID: ACM9002931. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
Octyl salicylate is a fragrance ingredient that blocks UVB rays. Group: Biochemicals. Grades: Highly Purified. CAS No. 6969-49-9. Pack Sizes: 1g, 2.5g. Molecular Formula: C15H22O3, Molecular Weight: 250.33. US Biological Life Sciences.
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Octyl Stearate
Octyl Stearate. Synonyms: EthylHexyl Stearate. CAS: 109-36-4. Packing: Metal Drums.
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Octyl Stearate
Octyl Stearate. We stock inventory in warehouses throughout the United States, allowing us to serve customers in all regions in a timely and cost effective manner.
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Octyltrichlorotin
Octyltrichlorotin. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Additional or Alternative Names: mono-n-octyl-zinn-trichlorid;octyl-titrichloride;octyltrichloro-stannan;octyltrichlorostannane;trichlorooctyl-stannan;trichlorooctyl-Stannane;N-OCTYLTIN-TRICHLORIDE;N-OCTYLTRICHLOROSTANNANE. Product Category: Organic Tin. CAS No. 3091-25-6. Molecular formula: C8H17Cl3Sn. Mole weight: 338.29. Product ID: ACM3091256. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified. Categories: Octyltin trichloride.
Octyltriethoxysilane
500g Pack Size. Group: Building Blocks, Organics. Formula: C14H32O3Si. CAS No. 2943-75-1. Prepack ID 89986093-500g. Molecular Weight 276.49. See USA prepack pricing.
Octyltriethoxysilane
Octyltriethoxysilane. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Product Category: Siloxanes. Appearance: Transparent liquid. CAS No. 1385031-14-0. Molecular formula: C14H32O3Si. Mole weight: 276.49. Purity: 95%+. Product ID: ACM1385031140. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified. Categories: Triethoxyoctylsilane.
Octyltrimethylammonium bromide
25g Pack Size. Group: Analytical Reagents, Building Blocks. Formula: C11H26NBr. CAS No. 2083-68-3. Prepack ID 71763346-25g. Molecular Weight 252.23. See USA prepack pricing.
O-Cyclopropylmethyl-hydroxylamine, Hydrochloride (Cyclopropyl methoxyamine, Hydrochloride, Cyclopropyl methoxylamine, Hydrochloride). Group: Biochemicals. Alternative Names: Cyclopropyl methoxyamine, Hydrochloride; Cyclopropyl methoxylamine, Hydrochloride. Grades: Highly Purified. Pack Sizes: 500mg. US Biological Life Sciences.
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O-Cymene
O-Cymene. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Product Category: Arenes. CAS No. 527-84-4. Mole weight: 134.22. Product ID: ACM527844. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
o-CzTP
o-CzTP. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Additional or Alternative Names: 9,9'-(2-([1,2,4]Triazolo[1,5-a]pyridin-2-yl)-1,3-phenylene)bis(9H-carbazole). Product Category: Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED). CAS No. 2127406-34-0. Molecular formula: C36H23N5. Mole weight: 525.60 g/mol. Product ID: ACM2127406340. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified. Categories: OCZ.
OD1
OD1 is a rat Nav1.7, human Nav1.4 and rat Nav1.6 channel activator. It exhibits minimal activation at mammalian Nav1.2, Nav1.3 and Nav1.5. OD1 can induce spontaneous pain in vivo. Synonyms: OD1; OD 1; OD-1. Grades: ≥95% by HPLC. Molecular formula: C308H466N90O95S8. Mole weight: 7206.1.
OD-36
OD-36, a macrocycle compound, has been found to be a RIPK2 inhibitor that could decrease cellular infiltration induced by MDP in neutrophils and lymphocytes. IC50: 5.3nM. Synonyms: OD36; OD-36; OD 36; 6-Chloro-10, 11, 14, 17-tetrahydro-13H-1, 16-etheno-4, 8-metheno-1H-pyrazolo[3, 4-g][1, 14, 4, 6]dioxadiazacyclohexadecine. Grades: 98%. CAS No. 1638644-62-8. Molecular formula: C16H15ClN4O2. Mole weight: 330.77.
Odanacatib
Odanacatib, also known as MK-0822, is an inhibitor of cathepsin K with potential anti-osteoporotic activity. Odanacatib selectively binds to and inhibits the activity of cathepsin K, which may result in a reduction in bone resorption, improvement of bone mineral density, and a reversal in osteoporotic changes. Cathepsin K, a tissue-specific cysteine protease that catalyzes degradation of bone matrix proteins such as collagen I/II, elastin, and osteonectin plays an important role in osteoclast function and bone resorption. Uses: For research used only. Synonyms: MK0822; MK-0822; MK 0822; Odanacatib. Grades: >98%. CAS No. 603139-19-1. Molecular formula: C25H27F4N3O3S. Mole weight: 525.56.
Odanacatib
Odanacatib (MK-0822) is a potent and selective inhibitor of cathepsin K , with an IC 50 of 0.2 nM for human cathepsin K. Uses: Scientific research. Group: Signaling pathways. Alternative Names: MK-0822. CAS No. 603139-19-1. Pack Sizes: 10 mM * 1 mL; 5 mg; 10 mg; 50 mg; 100 mg. Product ID: HY-10042.
Odapipam
Odapipam is a potent dopamine D1 antagonist. Synonyms: NNC 756; (5S)-8-chloro-5-(2,3-dihydro-1-benzofuran-7-yl)-3-methyl-1,2,4,5-tetrahydro-3-benzazepin-7-ol. Grades: 99%. CAS No. 131796-63-9. Molecular formula: C19H20ClNO2. Mole weight: 329.82.
Odatroltide
Odatroltide has anti-ischemic activity. Synonyms: N2-[(3S)-6,7-dihydroxy-1,1-dimethyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline-3-carbonyl]-N6-(L-prolyl-L-alanyl-L-lysyl)-L-lysine; 4,5-dihydroxy-N,2-(propane-2,2-diyl)-L-phenylalanyl-N6-(L-prolyl-L-alanyl-L-lysyl)-L-lysine. CAS No. 1639303-73-3. Molecular formula: C32H51N7O8. Mole weight: 661.79.
OdD1
OdD1 is an antimicrobial peptide found in Odorrana grahami (Rana grahami, Yunnanfu frog), and has antibacterial and antifungal activity. Synonyms: Gly-Phe-Leu-Asp-Thr-Phe-Lys-Asn-Leu-Ala-Leu-Asn-Ala-Ala-Lys-Ser-Ala-Gly-Val-Ser-Val-Leu-Asn-Ser-Leu-Ser-Cys-Lys-Leu-Phe-Lys-Thr-Cys (Disulfide bridge: Cys27-Cys33); Odorranain-D1; Odorranain-D1 antimicrobial peptide. Grades: ≥98%. Molecular formula: C155H252N40O45S2. Mole weight: 3460.07.
OdE1
OdE1 is an antimicrobial peptide found in Odorrana grahami (Rana grahami, Yunnanfu frog), and has antibacterial and antifungal activity. Synonyms: Odorranain-E1; Odorranain-E1 antimicrobial peptide; Gly-Leu-Gly-Gly-Ala-Lys-Lys-Asn-Phe-Ile-Ile-Ala-Ala-Asn-Lys-Thr-Ala-Pro-Gln-Ser-Val-Lys-Lys-Thr-Phe-Ser-Cys-Lys-Leu-Tyr-Asn-Gly. Grades: ≥95%. Molecular formula: C151H248N42O42S. Mole weight: 3355.95.
A reactive metabolite of Lapatinib which is associated with various drug toxicities. Lapatinib is metabolized mainly by P450 3A4 to form O- and N-dealkylated metabolites. Group: Biochemicals. Alternative Names: 2-Chloro-4- [ [6- [5- [ [ [2- (methylsulfonyl) ethyl] amino] methyl] -2-furanyl] -4-quinazolinyl] amino] phenol Ditosylate. Grades: Highly Purified. Pack Sizes: 2.5mg. US Biological Life Sciences.
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O-Deacetyl-ravidomycin (Antibiotic AY 26623)
O-deacetyl-ravidomycin is the more active and stable analogue of the ravidomycin complex produced by Streptomyces ravidus. The metabolite shows potent, light dependent antitumour activity. Microbial Screening Technologies in-house bioassays detected weak antibacterial and antifungal activity. O-Deacetyl-ravidomycin, like the related gilvocarcins and chrysomycins, is thought to act as a topoisomerase II inhibitor. Group: Biochemicals. Alternative Names: Antibiotic AY 26623. Grades: Highly Purified. CAS No. 88580-27-2. Pack Sizes: 500ug. US Biological Life Sciences.
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O-Decyl hydrogen dithiocarbonate,potassium salt
O-Decyl hydrogen dithiocarbonate,potassium salt. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Additional or Alternative Names: Potassium decylxanthate, STOCK1S-57015, EINECS 230-763-7, MolPort-002-549-546, Xanthic acid, decyl-, potassium salt, CID23733, LS-52012, Dithiocarbonic acid O-decyl ester potassium salt, O-Decyl hydrogen dithiocarbonate , potassium salt, Carbonodithioic acid, O-decyl ester, potassium salt, Carbonodithioic acid, O-decyl ester, potassium salt (9CI), CARBONIC ACID, DITHIO-, O-DECYL ESTER, POTASSIUM SALT, 7308-25-0. Product Category: Heterocyclic Organic Compound. CAS No. 7308-25-0. Molecular formula: C11H21KOS2. Mole weight: 272.512140 [g/mol]. Purity: 0.96. IUPACName: potassium decoxymethanedithioate. Canonical SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCOC(=S)[S-].[K+]. ECNumber: 230-763-7. Product ID: ACM7308250. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
O-Decylhydroxylamine
O-Decylhydroxylamine. Uses: Designed for use in research and industrial production. Additional or Alternative Names: Hydroxylamine, O-decyl-, O-DECYLHYDROXYLAMINE, CID34704, 29812-79-1. Product Category: Heterocyclic Organic Compound. CAS No. 29812-79-1. Molecular formula: C10H23NO. Mole weight: 173.296 g/mol. Purity: 0.96. IUPACName: O-decylhydroxylamine. Density: 0.85g/cm³. Product ID: ACM29812791. Alfa Chemistry ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
Odelepran
Odelepran is a opioid receptor antagonist. It is used for the treatment of alcohol dependence. It was developed by Lilly and was in clinical phase 2 trial, but now it is terminated. Uses: Odelepran is used for the treatment of alcohol dependence. Synonyms: LY2196044; LY 2196044; LY-2196044; Odelepran; 6-[2-Fluoro-4-[[2- (oxan-4-yl) ethylamino]methyl]phenoxy]pyridine-3-carboxamide. Grades: 98%. CAS No. 676501-25-0. Molecular formula: C20H24FN3O3. Mole weight: 373.43.
O-Demethyl Lenvatinib
One of the impurities of Lenvatinib. Lenvatinib is a multi-target inhibitor, mostly for VEGFR2(KDR)/VEGFR3(Flt-4) with IC50 of 4 nM/5.2 nM, less potent against VEGFR1/Flt-1, ~10-fold more selective for VEGFR2/3 against FGFR1, PDGFRα/&beta. Uses: Antineoplastic agents. Synonyms: 4- (3-chloro-4- ( ( (cyclopropylamino) carbonyl) amino) phenoxy) -7-hydroxy-6-quinolinecarboxamide; Lenvatinib metabolite M2; Lenvatinib O-Desmethyl Impurity. CAS No. 417717-04-5. Molecular formula: C20H17ClN4O4. Mole weight: 412.83.
O-Demethyl-m-methyl Orphenadrine Citrate Salt
O-Demethyl-m-methyl Orphenadrine Citrate Salt. Group: Biochemicals. Alternative Names: N, N-Dimethyl-2- [ (3-methylphenyl) phenylmethoxy] ethanamine Citrate Salt. Grades: Highly Purified. Pack Sizes: 50mg. Molecular Formula: C24H31NO8, Molecular Weight: 461.5. US Biological Life Sciences.
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O-Demethyl-m-methyl Orphenadrine-d5 Citrate Salt
O-Demethyl-m-methyl Orphenadrine-d5 Citrate Salt. Group: Biochemicals. Alternative Names: N, N-Dimethyl-2- [ (3-methylphenyl) phenylmethoxy] ethanamine-d5 Citrate Salt. Grades: Highly Purified. Pack Sizes: 2.5mg. Molecular Formula: C24H26D5NO8, Molecular Weight: 466.54. US Biological Life Sciences.
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O-Demethylpaulomycin A
O-Demethylpaulomycin A is a quinone antibiotic produced by Streptomyces paulus. It has the effect of anti-gram-positive bacteria, and its activity is lower than that of Pauloycin. Synonyms: 5-[6-(acetyloxymethyl)-4-[4,5-dihydroxy-6-methyl-5-[1-(2-methylbutanoyloxy)ethyl]oxan-2-yl]oxy-3-hydroxy-5-[(E)-2-isothiocyanatobut-2-enoyl]oxyoxan-2-yl]-2-amino-5-hydroxy-3,6-dioxocyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid; 1-Cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid, 5-(6-O-acetyl-3-O-(2,6-dideoxy-4-C-((S(S))-1-(2-methyl-1-oxobutoxy)ethyl)-alpha-L-lyxo-hexopyranosyl)-4-O-((Z)-2-isothiocyanato-1-oxo-2-butenyl)-beta-D-allopyranosyl)-2-amino-5-hydroxy-3,6-dioxo-, (S)-. CAS No. 113603-74-0. Molecular formula: C33H44N2O17S. Mole weight: 772.77.
O-Demethylpaulomycin B
O-Demethylpaulomycin B is a quinone antibiotic produced by Streptomyces paulus. It has the effect of anti-gram-positive bacteria, and its activity is lower than that of Pauloycin. Synonyms: 5-[6-(acetyloxymethyl)-4-[4,5-dihydroxy-6-methyl-5-[1-(2-methylpropanoyloxy)ethyl]oxan-2-yl]oxy-3-hydroxy-5-[(E)-2-isothiocyanatobut-2-enoyl]oxyoxan-2-yl]-2-amino-5-hydroxy-3,6-dioxocyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid; 1-Cyclohexene-1-carboxylic acid, 5-(6-O-acetyl-3-O-(2,6-dideoxy-4-C-((S)-1-(2-methyl-1-oxopropoxy)ethyl)-alpha-L-lyxo-hexopyranosyl)-4-O-(2-isothiocyanato-1-oxo-2-butenyl)-beta-D-allopyranosyl)-2-amino-5-hydroxy-3,6-dioxo-, (S)-. CAS No. 113592-08-8. Molecular formula: C32H42N2O17S. Mole weight: 758.74.
O-demethylpuromycin O-methyltransferase
Puromycin is the antibiotic derived from N6-dimethyladenosine by replacing the 3'-hydroxy group with an amino group and acylating this with 4-O-methyltyrosine. Group: Enzymes. Synonyms: O-demethylpuromycin methyltransferase. Enzyme Commission Number: EC 2.1.1.38. CAS No. 37257-04-8. Storage: Store it at +4 ?C for short term. For long term storage, store it at -20 ?C?-80 ?C. Form: Liquid or lyophilized powder. EXWM-1941; O-demethylpuromycin O-methyltransferase; EC 2.1.1.38; 37257-04-8; O-demethylpuromycin methyltransferase. Cat No: EXWM-1941.
O-Demethyl Vandetanib
A metabolite of Vandetanib. Group: Biochemicals. Alternative Names: 4-[(4-Bromo-2-fluorophenyl)amino]-7-[(1-methyl-4-piperidinyl)methoxy]-6-quinazolinol. Grades: Highly Purified. CAS No. 910298-60-1. Pack Sizes: 5mg. US Biological Life Sciences.