Product Data Sheet
1,3,6,8-Tetrahydroxynaphthalene
Catalog No. B18164
1,3,6,8-Tetrahydroxynaphthalene (T4HN) acts as a crucial precursor for the biosynthesis of 1,8-Dihydroxynaphthalene (DHN) melanin. This symmetrical compound, derived from polyketide pathways, plays a significant role in the study of melanin production and its implications in various biological processes. T4HN is valuable for research applications in the fields of microbiology, plant biology, and materials science, facilitating the exploration of melanin's properties and functions.
Chemical Information
| Catalog Num | B18164 |
|---|---|
| M. Wt | 192.17 |
| Formula | C10H8O4 |
| Purity | >98% |
| Storage | at -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base) |
| CAS No. | 18512-30-6 |
| Synonyms | 1,3,6,8-THN; T4HN |
| SMILES | OC1=C2C(O)=CC(O)=CC2=CC(O)=C1 |
Biological Activity
| Description | 1,3,6,8-Tetrahydroxynaphthalene (T4HN) acts as a crucial precursor for the biosynthesis of 1,8-Dihydroxynaphthalene (DHN) melanin. This symmetrical compound, derived from polyketide pathways, plays a significant role in the study of melanin production and its implications in various biological processes. T4HN is valuable for research applications in the fields of microbiology, plant biology, and materials science, facilitating the exploration of melanin's properties and functions. |
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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.
