| Bioactivity | Violacein, a secondary metabolite produced by several microorganisms, possesses potent anticancer and low side effects. Violacein possesses antioxidant properties. Apoptosis inducer[1][2]. |
| Invitro | Violacein (0.25-3 µM; 24h; HCT116 and HT29 cells) possesses anticancer activity in both 2D and 3D cell models[1].Violacein decreases RTKs expression and disturbs signaling pathways in CRC cells[1]. Cell Viability Assay[1]. Cell Line: |
| Name | Violacein |
| CAS | 548-54-9 |
| Formula | C20H13N3O3 |
| Molar Mass | 343.34 |
| 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]. Patricia F de Souza Oliveira, et al. Violacein negatively modulates the colorectal cancer survival and epithelial-mesenchymal transition. J Cell Biochem. 2022 Jul;123(7):1247-1258. [2]. Marlon Konzen, et al. Antioxidant properties of violacein: possible relation on its biological function. Bioorg Med Chem. 2006 Dec 15;14(24):8307-13. |