Description

C10-Homoserine Lactone CAS NO 177315-87-6 is a specific N-acyl homoserine lactone (AHL) signaling molecule, a key class of compounds in bacterial quorum sensing. Its precise alkyl chain length makes it a critical tool for researchers and developers studying and manipulating intercellular communication in microbial communities. This high-purity compound is essential for advanced applications in life science research, pharmaceutical development, and biotechnology.

Application

• Quorum Sensing Research: A fundamental reagent for studying Gram-negative bacterial communication, biofilm formation, and virulence factor regulation.
• Anti-Virulence Drug Discovery: Used as a target or inhibitor scaffold in developing novel therapeutic agents that disrupt bacterial pathogenicity without causing lethality.
• Microbiome & Synthetic Biology: Employed to engineer controlled microbial consortia and synthetic genetic circuits that respond to specific AHL signals.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Research into modulating plant-microbe interactions for biocontrol, promoting plant growth, or inducing systemic resistance.
• Industrial Fermentation Monitoring: Potential use as a biomarker or signaling molecule to monitor and control microbial culture states in bioprocessing.
• Material Science: Investigation into smart materials and surfaces that respond to bacterial presence via quorum sensing mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	C10-Homoserine Lactone
CAS No.	177315-87-6
Molecular Formula	C14H25NO3
Molecular Weight	255.35 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Decanoyl-L-homoserine lactone; N-Decanoyl homoserine lactone; C10-AHL; N-(3-Oxodecanoyl)-L-homoserine lactone; DHL; AHL C10; Quorum Sensing Molecule C10; N-Caproylhomoserine lactone (archaic)
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Quality Control

Our C10-Homoserine Lactone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS), to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry, cool place. This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere, it is recommended to seal under argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.