Sesamin

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£479.00

SKU:: 020927
Molecular Weight:: 354.35
Purity:: ~98%
Storage Conditions:: -20°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 607-80-7
Format:: White solid
Extra Details:: A lignan isolated from the bark of Fagara plants and from sesame oil. Studies show that it has has multiple functions such as cholesterol-lowering and anti-hypertensive activities. It induces the expression of the gene for aldehyde dehydrogenase, an alcohol-metabolizing enzyme suggesting it regulates the metabolism of lipids, xenobiotics, and alcohol at the mRNA level. Melting Point: 121-123°C Solubility: Chloroform, DMSO Method for Determining Identity: Proton NMR (DMSO-d6 and CDCl3) and MS TLC Conditions: SiO2; Hexane : Ethyl Acetate (2:1). Visualized with UV and AMCS (single spot; Rf= 0.4). Specific Rotation: +66.5° Storage and Stability: Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.