Paspalic acid

• CAT Number: I034247
• CAS Number: 5516-88-1
• Molecular Formula: C16H16N2O2
• Molecular Weight: 268.31
• Purity: 98%
• Synonyms: Paspalic acid
• Solubility: Soluble in DMSO
• Appearance: Solid powder
• Storage: Dry, dark and at 0 - 4 C for short term (days to weeks) or -20 C for long term (months to years).
• IUPAC Name: (6aR,10aR)-7-methyl-6,6a,8,10a-tetrahydro-4H-indolo[4,3-fg]quinoline-9-carboxylic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C16H16N2O2/c1-18-8-10(16(19)20)5-12-11-3-2-4-13-15(11)9(7-17-13)6-14(12)18/h2-5,7,12,14,17H,6,8H2,1H3,(H,19,20)/t12-,14-/m1/s1
• InChIKey: RJNCJTROKRDRBW-TZMCWYRMSA-N
• SMILES: CN1CC(=C[C@H]2[C@H]1CC3=CNC4=CC=CC2=C34)C(=O)O

Paspalic acid（Cat No.:I034247）is a naturally occurring compound found in certain plants, particularly in the genus Paspalum. It is a type of polyphenolic compound with potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Paspalic acid has been studied for its biological activities, including its ability to modulate cell signaling pathways, potentially offering therapeutic benefits for conditions like oxidative stress, inflammation, and certain metabolic disorders. While its precise mechanisms and clinical applications are still being researched, paspalic acid shows promise as a bioactive compound with potential for use in developing functional foods or therapeutic agents in the future.

Reference

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