Phenylthiourea
Catalog No. A71173

Phenylthiourea, a phenoloxidase inhibitor, effectively blocks the enzymatic oxidation of DOPA with a Ki value of 0.21 μM. This compound is recognized as a potent inhibitor of tyrosinase, making it valuable in research focused on melanin synthesis and pigmentation processes. Its use can result in observable physiological effects, such as the graying of hair in black rats, highlighting its impact on melanin formation. Phenylthiourea is essential for studies investigating the roles of phenoloxidase and tyrosinase in various biological systems.
Chemical Information
| Catalog Num | A71173 |
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| M. Wt | 152.22 |
| Formula | C7H8N2S |
| Purity | >98% |
| Storage | at -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base) |
| CAS No. | 103-85-5 |
| Synonyms | Phenylthiocarbamide |
| SMILES | S=C(NC1=CC=CC=C1)N |
Biological Activity
| Description | Phenylthiourea, a phenoloxidase inhibitor, effectively blocks the enzymatic oxidation of DOPA with a Ki value of 0.21 μM. This compound is recognized as a potent inhibitor of tyrosinase, making it valuable in research focused on melanin synthesis and pigmentation processes. Its use can result in observable physiological effects, such as the graying of hair in black rats, highlighting its impact on melanin formation. Phenylthiourea is essential for studies investigating the roles of phenoloxidase and tyrosinase in various biological systems. |
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