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4-Isopropylcatechol

CAS: 2138-43-4 F: C9H12O2 W: 152.19

4-Isopropylcatechol is a potent and irreversible cutaneous depigmenting agent. 4-Isopropylcatechol significantly inhibit
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Bioactivity 4-Isopropylcatechol is a potent and irreversible cutaneous depigmenting agent. 4-Isopropylcatechol significantly inhibits protein biosynthesis in mouse melanoma cells containing high levels of tyrosinase. 4-Isopropylcatechol can be use to study hyperpigmentation of skins[1][2].
CAS 2138-43-4
Formula C9H12O2
Molar Mass 152.19
Appearance 固体
Transport Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.
Storage

4°C, stored under nitrogen

*In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (stored under nitrogen)

Reference [1]. Sugano H, et al. Tyrosinase-mediated inhibition of in vitro leucine incorporation into mouse melanoma by 4-isopropylcatechol. Cancer Res. 1975 Nov;35(11 Pt 1):3126-30. [2]. Bleehen SS. The treatment of hypermelanosis with 4-isopropylcatechol. Br J Dermatol. 1976 Jun;94(6):687-94.