PI3 kinase inhibitor and a well-known inhibitor of autophagy. This compound has been shown to induce autophagy under nutrient-rich conditions as well as inhibiting starvation-induced autophagy due to differential effects on class I versus class III PI3 kinase.
Product Details
| Alternative Name: | 6-Amino-3-methylpurine |
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| Formula: | C6H7N5 |
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| MW: | 149.2 |
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| CAS: | 5142-23-4 |
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| RTECS: | AU6520000 |
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| Purity: | ≥98% (HPLC) |
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| Identity: | Determined by NMR. |
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| Appearance: | White solid. |
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| Solubility: | Soluble in DMSO (10 mg/ml) or 100% ethanol (5 mg/ml, warm). |
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| Shipping: | Shipped on Blue Ice |
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| Long Term Storage: | -20°C |
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| Use/Stability: | Solutions can be stored at -20°C for up to 3 months. |
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| Handling: | Solutions can be stored at -20°C for up to 3 months. |
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| Regulatory Status: | RUO - Research Use Only |
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