N-(Ketocaproyl)-DL-homoserine lactone is a natural, very active ligand of LuxR. N-(Ketocaproyl)-DL-homoserine lactone is a quorum sensing (QS) autoinducer.

Product information

CAS Number: 76924-95-3

Molecular Weight: 213.23

Formula: C10H15NO4

Chemical Name: 3-oxo-N-(2-oxooxolan-3-yl)hexanamide

Smiles: CCCC(=O)CC(=O)NC1CCOC1=O

InChiKey: YRYOXRMDHALAFL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChi: InChI=1S/C10H15NO4/c1-2-3-7(12)6-9(13)11-8-4-5-15-10(8)14/h8H,2-6H2,1H3,(H,11,13)

Technical Data

Appearance: Solid Power

Purity: ≥98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)

Solubility: H2O : 250 mg/mL (1172.44 mM; Need ultrasonic).

Shipping Condition: Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical or refer to Certificate of Analysis

Storage Condition: Dry, dark and -20 ^oC for 1 year or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.

Shelf Life: ≥12 months if stored properly.

Stock Solution Storage: 0 - 4 ^oC for 1 month or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.

Drug Formulation: To be determined

HS Tariff Code: 382200

How to use

In Vitro:

N-(Ketocaproyl)-DL-homoserine lactone is a natural ligand of Vibrio fischeri as L and D isomers.

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