N-(3-Oxooctanoyl)-DL-homoserine lactone ≥97% (by GC), white solid
Supplier: ADIPOGEN CORP MS
Synonyms:
N-(3-Oxohexanoyl)-DL-homoserine lactone, 3-oxo-C8-HSL
N-(3-Oxohexanoyl)-DL-homoserine lactone is a small diffusible signaling molecule and is a member of N-acyl-homoserine lactone family. N-acylhomoserine lactones (AHL) are involved in quorum sensing, controlling gene expression, and cellular metabolism. The diverse applications of this kind of molecule include regulation of virulence in general, infection prevention, and formation of biofilms.
At increased populations of bacteria, localized higher concentrations of 3OC6-HSL, an endogenous ligand to transcriptional factor LuxR, leads to increased production of both the AHL synthase and proteins responsible for bioluminescence. Numerous other species of bacteria also employ 3OC6-HSL in cell-to-cell communication. An autoinducer of P. fischeri luciferase and a specfic genetic regulator that is unrelated to at least one of the enzyme systems that it induces. It acts after excretion and accumulation in the extracellular medium.
Formula:
C₁₂H₁₉NO₄ |
MDL Number:
MFCD12912431 CAS Number: 106983-27-1 |
Specification Test Results
Synonyms | 3-oxo-C6-HSL; 3OC6-HSL; N-(β-Ketocaproyl)-DL-homoserine lactone |
Source/Host Chemicals | Synthetic |
Purity | ≥97% (GC) |
Appearance | White solid |
Solubility | Soluble in chloroform |
Identity | Determined by NMR |
Shipping | AMBIENT |
Short Term Storage | +4°C |
Long Term Storage | -20°C |
Handling Advice | Keep Cool and Dry, Protect from Light and Moisture |
Use/Stability | Stable for at least 2 years after receipt when stored at -20 °C |
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