3-Hydroxy-hexanoyl-DL-homoserine lactone
| Overview | |
| Catalog # | bs-76399c-5mg |
| Product Name | 3-Hydroxy-hexanoyl-DL-homoserine lactone |
| Specifications | |
| Storage Buffer | Powder |
| Storage Condition | Stable for 2 years after receipt when stored at -20°C. |
| Target | |
| Product Information | CAS Number: 161234-45-3 Molecular formula: C10H17NO4 Molecular weight: 215.25 Purity: >98% (NMR) Appearance: White to pink sticky powder. Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, methanol, DMF or DMSO. Poorly soluble in water. InChiKey: CRCIHGGZGGATGM-UHFFFAOYSA-N SMILES: CCCC(O)CC(=O)NC1CCOC1=O |
| Description | 3-Hydroxy-hexanoyl-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. |