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Category: Nuclear ReceptorsarrowRetinoic Acid Receptors
Cat.No. Product Name
2436 AC 55649
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AC 55649
Chemical Name: 4'-Octyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid

Biological Activity:

Potent, isoform-selective RARβ2 receptor agonist (pEC50 = 6.9) that displays 100-fold selectivity versus other retinoid receptors. Inhibits proliferation of the breast cancer cell line MCF-7.

Technical Data:

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M.Wt: 310.44
Formula: C21H26O2
Storage: Store at +4°C
Solubility: Soluble to 100 mM in DMSO and to 25 mM in Ethanol
Purity: >99%
CAS No: [59662-49-6]

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    References:

    Lund et al (2005) Discovery of a potent, orally available, and isoform-selective retinoic acid β2 receptor agonist. J.Med.Chem. 48 7517.
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    Keywords: AC 55649, Retinoic Acid Receptors, Selective RARb2 Agonist, AC55649, Tocris Bioscience

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