| Field | Specification |
|---|---|
| Mfr No | |
| Activity | |
| Alternative Names | RK-682, (R)-3-Hexadecanoyl-5-hydroxymethyltetronic acid, (R)-4-Hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)-3-(1-oxohexadecyl)-2(5H)-furanone |
| Cas No. | |
| Form | Solid |
| Molecular Weight | |
| Product Type | |
| Purity | |
| Shipping | |
| SMILES | |
| Solubility | Soluble DMSO, heptane and xylene: ≥8 mg/ml |
| Source | Synthetic |
| Storage |
RK 682 is a naturally derived inhibitor of protein tyrosine phosphatases, known for its ability to arrest cell cycle progression at the G1 phase. While its primary applications have been in cancer and immunology, RK 682's modulation of phosphatase activity has relevance in neuroscience, particularly in the regulation of neuronal signaling and synaptic plasticity. Protein tyrosine phosphatases are involved in neurodevelopment and neurodegenerative processes, making RK 682 a useful probe for studying phosphatase-mediated pathways in neuronal health and disease.
Classification: Not a hazardous substance or mixture.
Safety Phrases:
- S22 - Do not breathe dust.
- S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
RK-682 (StressMarq Biosciences Inc., Victoria BC CANADA, Catalog # SIH-522)
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