Cerulenin

• CAT Number: M084800
• CAS Number: 17397-89-6
• Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₇NO₃
• Molecular Weight: 223.30
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2R,3S-epoxy-4-oxo-7,10-dodecadienamide
• Target: Anti-infection
• Solubility: Soluble in DMSO
• Appearance: off-white powder
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (2R,3S)-3-[(4E,7E)-nona-4,7-dienoyl]oxirane-2-carboxamide
• InChI: InChI=1S/C12H17NO3/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9(14)10-11(16-10)12(13)15/h2-3,5-6,10-11H,4,7-8H2,1H3,(H2,13,15)/b3-2+,6-5+/t10-,11-/m1/s1
• InChIKey: GVEZIHKRYBHEFX-NQQPLRFYSA-N
• SMILES: C/C=C/C/C=C/CCC(=O)[C@@H]1[C@@H](O1)C(=O)N

Cerulenin（Cat No.:M084800）is a natural antibiotic produced by the fungus Cephalosporium caerulens, known for its ability to inhibit fatty acid synthase (FAS) by covalently binding to the enzyme’s active site. This inhibition blocks the synthesis of fatty acids and sterols, leading to disruptions in lipid metabolism. Cerulenin has been widely studied for its anticancer properties, as many cancer cells rely on increased fatty acid synthesis for rapid growth. Additionally, it has shown potential in obesity and metabolic disease research by affecting lipid biosynthesis. Cerulenin is a valuable tool in studying lipid metabolism and related diseases.

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