Bioactivity | Coproporphyrin III dihydrochloride is a bioactive molecule excreted by nostril- and skin-associated Propionibacterium species that induces aggregation of Staphylococcus aureus (conditions: during early stationary phase growth, low pH: 4-6). Coproporphyrin III dihydrochloride also induces plasma-independent biofilm formation on abiotic surfaces by Staphylococcus aureus. Coproporphyrin III dihydrochloride may be an important mediator of S. aureus accumulation and/or biofilm formation in the nostrils or other sites where Propionibacterium and S. aureus inhabit.[1]. |
CAS | 68938-73-8 |
Formula | C36H40Cl2N4O8 |
Molar Mass | 727.63 |
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]. Wollenberg MS, et al. Propionibacterium-produced coproporphyrin III induces Staphylococcus aureus aggregation and biofilm formation. mBio. 2014 Jul 22;5(4):e01286-14. |