Shows antitumor and anti-inflammatory activities. Potent non-redox, non-competitive 5-lipoxygenase and topoisomerase I and IIa inhibitor leading to apoptosis. 10-100 times more potent than natural boswellic acid.
Product Specification
| Alternative Name: | AβBA |
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| Formula: | C32H50O4 |
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| MW: | 498.8 |
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| Purity: | ≥98% (HPLC) |
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| Appearance: | White to off-white solid. |
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| CAS: | 5968-70-7 |
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| Source/Host: | Isolated from Boswellia sp. |
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| Solubility: | Soluble in acetone, dimethyl formamide, DMSO, dichloromethane, 100% ethanol or methanol; sparingly soluble in water. |
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| Long Term Storage: | -20°C |
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