| Bioactivity | 5F-203 (NSC-703786) is a cytotoxic molecule that forms DNA adducts and cell cycle arrest. 5F-203 induces aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR) signaling and elevates expression of CYP1A1. 5F-203 also increases the levels of reactive oxygen species as well as activates JNK, ERK, and p38[1][2][3]. |
| Name | 5F-203 |
| CAS | 260443-89-8 |
| Formula | C14H11FN2S |
| Molar Mass | 258.31 |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | Please store the product under the recommended conditions in the Certificate of Analysis. |
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