Product Data Sheet
Ricinoleic acid (purity≥99%)
Catalog No. A63012
Ricinoleic acid is a hydroxylated fatty acid and a potent agonist of the prostaglandin EP3 receptor, with an EC50 of 0.5 μM in MEG-01 cells. This compound is associated with various biological activities, including laxative effects and uterine contractions. Additionally, ricinoleic acid demonstrates both antianxiety-like and anti-inflammatory properties, making it valuable for research in pharmacology and developmental biology. Its high purity (≥99%) enhances its suitability for diverse applications, including studies related to gastrointestinal function and reproductive health.
Chemical Information
| Catalog Num | A63012 |
|---|---|
| M. Wt | 298.46 |
| Formula | C18H34O3 |
| Purity | >98% |
| Storage | at -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base) |
| CAS No. | 141-22-0 |
| Synonyms | |
| SMILES | OC(CCCCCCC/C=C\C[C@H](O)CCCCCC)=O |
Biological Activity
| Description | Ricinoleic acid is a hydroxylated fatty acid and a potent agonist of the prostaglandin EP3 receptor, with an EC50 of 0.5 μM in MEG-01 cells. This compound is associated with various biological activities, including laxative effects and uterine contractions. Additionally, ricinoleic acid demonstrates both antianxiety-like and anti-inflammatory properties, making it valuable for research in pharmacology and developmental biology. Its high purity (≥99%) enhances its suitability for diverse applications, including studies related to gastrointestinal function and reproductive health. |
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Adooq products are transported at room temperature. If you receive the product at room temperature, please rest assured, the Adooq Quality Inspection Department has conducted experiments to verify that the normal temperature placement of one month will not affect the biological activity of powder products. After collecting, please store the product according to the requirements described in the datasheet. Most Adooq products are stable under the recommended conditions.
