Melanin is a unique pigment with myriad functions. It is multifunctional, providing defense against environmental stresses such as ultraviolet (UV) light, oxidizing agents and ionizing radiation.

Product information

CAS Number: 8049-97-6

Molecular Weight: 318.28

Formula: C18H10N2O4

Chemical Name: 6,14-dimethyl-4,12-diazapentacyclo[8.6.1.1²,⁵.0¹³,¹⁷.0⁹,¹⁸]octadeca-1(17),2,5,9(18),10,13-hexaene-7,8,15,16-tetrone

Smiles: CC1=C2NC=C3C4=C5C(NC=C5C(=C32)C(=O)C1=O)=C(C)C(=O)C4=O

InChiKey: XUMBMVFBXHLACL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChi: InChI=1S/C18H10N2O4/c1-5-13-9-7(3-19-13)12-10-8(11(9)17(23)15(5)21)4-20-14(10)6(2)16(22)18(12)24/h3-4,19-20H,1-2H3

Technical Data

Appearance: Solid Power

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

Solubility: DMSO : 20 mg/mL (62.84 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:

Melanin contributes to the ability of fungi to survive in harsh environments. In addition, it plays a role in fungal pathogenesis. Melanin is an amorphous polymer that is produced by one of two synthetic pathways. Fungi may synthesize melanin from endogenous substrate via a 1,8-dihydroxynaphthalene (DHN) intermediate. Alternatively, some fungi produce melanin from L-3,4-dihydroxyphenylalanine (L-dopa).

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