Molekula
Okadaic acid
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Okadaic acid is a potent inhibitor of protein phosphatases PP1 and PP2A, widely used in research to study cell signaling, apoptosis, and cancer biology. It is a natural toxin produced by marine dinoflagellates. Available with CAS number 78111-17-8, molecular formula C44H68O13, and molecular weight 805.00 g/mol. Store at -15 to -20 °C. Hazardous: signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Okadaic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals or powder |
| Melting Point | 171-175 °C; 164-166 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Readily soluble in many organic solvents, degrading in acid or base |
Source: PubChem CID 446512 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90032940 |
| CAS Number | 78111-17-8 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R)-3-[(2S,6R,8S,11R)-2-[(E,2R)-4-[(2S,2'R,4R,4aS,6R,8aR)-4-hydroxy-2-[(1S,3S)-1-hydroxy-3-[(2S,3R,6S)-3-methyl-1,7-dioxaspiro[5.5]undecan-2-yl]butyl]-3-methylidenespiro[4a,7,8,8a-tetrahydro-4H-pyrano[3,2-b]pyran-6,5'-oxolane]-2'-yl]but-3-en-2-yl]-11-hydroxy-4-methyl-1,7-dioxaspiro[5.5]undec-4-en-8-yl]-2-hydroxy-2-methylpropanoic acid |
| Molecular Formula | C44H68O13 |
| Molecular Weight | 805.00 |
| Exact Mass | 804.466 |
| SMILES | C[C@@H]1CC[C@]2(CCCCO2)O[C@@H]1[C@@H](C)C[C@@H]([C@@H]3C(=C)[C@H]([C@H]4[C@H](O3)CC[C@]5(O4)CC[C@@H](O5)/C=C/[C@@H](C)[C@@H]6CC(=C[C@@]7(O6)[C@@H](CC[C@H](O7)C[C@](C)(C(=O)O)O)O)C)O)O |
| InChIKey | QNDVLZJODHBUFM-WFXQOWMNSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C44H68O13/c1-25-21-34(55-44(23-25)35(46)12-11-31(54-44)24-41(6,50)40(48)49)26(2)9-10-30-14-18-43(53-30)19-15-33-39(57-43)36(47)29(5)38(52-33)32(45)22-28(4)37-27(3)13-17-42(56-37)16-7-8-20-51-42/h9-10,23,26-28,30-39,45-47,50H,5,7-8,11-22,24H2,1-4,6H3,(H,48,49)/b10-9+/t26-,27-,28+,30+,31+,32+,33-,34+,35-,36-,37+,38+,39-,41-,42+,43-,44-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 446512 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2932195100 |
| Tariff Code | 2932190090 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H301 + H311 + H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H315 Causes skin irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1jk7
- 1u32
- 35-DEMETHYL-DTX 1
- 9,10-Deepithio-9,10-didehydroacanthifolicin
- Acanthifolicin, 9,10-deepithio-9,10-didehydro-
- Ocadaic Acid
- OKA
- Okadaic acid (Standard)
- Probes1_000180
- QNDVLZJODHBUFM-WFXQOWMNSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is Okadaic acid used for?
Okadaic acid is primarily used as a potent inhibitor of protein phosphatases, commonly employed in research to study cell signaling, apoptosis, and cancer pathways.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Okadaic acid?
The formula is C44H68O13 with a molecular weight of 805.00 g/mol.
How should Okadaic acid be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade is available for Okadaic acid?
Okadaic acid is available in research grade, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply Okadaic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Okadaic acid in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of Okadaic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for compliance and safety.
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