2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone

Catalog No.: A38721
Antibacterial Agent, RNA Polymerase Inhibitor
2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone serves as a potent antibacterial agent and an effective RNA polymerase inhibitor. Isolated from the marine species Streptomyces sp. VITVSK1, this compound exhibits significant antibacterial activity, providing critical insights into combating emerging antibacterial resistance. Its ability to inhibit RNA polymerase further supports its value in research applications focused on microbial gene expression and antibiotic mechanisms.
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Biological Activity
Description2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone serves as a potent antibacterial agent and an effective RNA polymerase inhibitor. Isolated from the marine species Streptomyces sp. VITVSK1, this compound exhibits significant antibacterial activity, providing critical insights into combating emerging antibacterial resistance. Its ability to inhibit RNA polymerase further supports its value in research applications focused on microbial gene expression and antibiotic mechanisms.
Product Information
Catalog NumA38721
FormulaC14H20O2
Molecular Weight220.31
CAS Number2460-77-7
SMILESO=C1C=C(C(C)(C)C)C(C=C1C(C)(C)C)=O
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