| Bioactivity | 4-OHE ((E)-4-Oxo-2-hexenal) is a mutagen formed by the peroxidation of omega-3 fats. 4-OHE has antibacterial activity[1][2]. |
| CAS | 2492-43-5 |
| Formula | C6H8O2 |
| Molar Mass | 112.13 |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | Please store the product under the recommended conditions in the Certificate of Analysis. |
| Reference | [1]. Kasai H, et al. 4-oxo-2-hexenal, a mutagen formed by omega-3 fat peroxidation: occurrence, detection and adduct formation. Mutat Res. 2008 Jul-Aug;659(1-2):56-9. [2]. Noge K, et al. Antibacterial activity of 4-oxo-(E)-2-hexenal from adults and nymphs of the heteropteran, Dolycoris baccarum (Heteroptera: Pentatomidae). Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2012;76(10):1975-8. |