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Usnic acid

CAT: 1568-C10573-25mgSize: 25 mgDry Ice: YesHazardous: No
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CAS Number
125-46-2
Synonyms
Usniacin
Target
ERK
Applications
MAPK
Smiles
CC1=C (C (=C2C (=C1O) C3 (C (=CC (=O) C (C3=O) C (=O) C) O2) C) C (=O) C) O
Molecular Formula
C18H16O7
Additionnal Information
Usnic acid (Usniacin) is a furandione found uniquely in lichen that is used widely in cosmetics, deodorants, toothpaste and medicinal creams as well as some herbal products. It exhibits antiviral, antiprotozoal, antiproliferative, anti-inflammatory and analgesic activity. Usnic acid inhibits breast tumor angiogenesis and growth by suppressing VEGFR2-mediated AKT and ERK1/2 signaling pathways.
Storage Conditions
2 years -80 in solvent