Description

n-Pentadecanoyl-L-Homoserine Lactone is a specialized N-acyl homoserine lactone (AHL) signaling molecule, a key compound in the study of bacterial quorum sensing. This high-purity reference standard is essential for researchers and developers investigating microbial communication pathways, biofilm formation, and virulence factor regulation. It is primarily utilized in life science research, pharmaceutical development, and agricultural biotechnology for applications ranging from anti-infective drug discovery to biocontrol agent formulation.

Application

• Quorum Sensing Research: A critical reference standard for studying Gram-negative bacterial communication and intercellular signaling mechanisms.
• Anti-Biofilm Development: Used in the screening and development of novel compounds aimed at disrupting biofilm formation and combating antimicrobial resistance.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Serves as a key intermediate and tool compound in the discovery of next-generation anti-infective and anti-virulence therapies.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Applied in research for developing biocontrol strategies that modulate plant-microbe interactions to enhance crop protection.
• Microbial Ecology Studies: Utilized to probe and manipulate microbial community dynamics and function in various environmental systems.
• Diagnostic Assay Development: Acts as a standard for calibrating biosensors and assays designed to detect specific bacterial quorum sensing activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Pentadecanoyl-L-Homoserine Lactone
CAS No.	182359-66-6
Molecular Formula	C20H37NO4
Molecular Weight	355.52 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Pentadecanoyl-L-homoserine lactone; C15-HSL; N-(3-Oxotetradecanoyl)-L-homoserine lactone; 3-Oxo-C15-AHL; N-Pentadecanoylhomoserine lactone; Pentadecanoyl homoserine lactone; AHL C15; Quorum sensing molecule C15
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our n-Pentadecanoyl-L-Homoserine Lactone is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure the highest standards of identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to guarantee compliance with research-grade specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry, cool place. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. For long-term storage, it is recommended to keep the material under an inert atmosphere. Allow the vial to warm to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 1.0%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, Ethanol, Methanol

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