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N-(3-Oxopentanoyl)-L-homoserine lactone

Overview
Catalog # bs-76664c-10mg
Product Name N-(3-Oxopentanoyl)-L-homoserine lactone
Specifications
Storage Buffer Powder
Storage Condition Stable for 2 years after receipt when stored at -20°C.
Target
Product Information CAS Number: 148433-21-0

Molecular formula: C9H13NO4

Molecular weight: 199.2

Purity: >97% (HPLC)

Appearance: White to off-white powder.

Solubility: Soluble in DMSO or chloroform.

InChiKey: SCRBQXWVQAXYJP-ZETCQYMHSA-N

SMILES: O=C1[C@@H](NC(CC(CC)=O)=O)CCO1
Description N-(3-Oxopentanoyl)-L-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. Numerous species of bacteria employ 3OC5-HSL in cell-to-cell communication.