Description

C2-Hsl, n-Acetyl-L-Homoserine Lactone is a high-purity, small-molecule signaling compound belonging to the class of acyl-homoserine lactones (AHLs). This compound serves as a critical quorum sensing molecule in bacterial communication systems, enabling research into microbial behavior and biofilm formation. It is an essential research-grade biochemical for academic institutions, pharmaceutical R&D labs, and biotechnology companies focused on microbiology, anti-infective drug discovery, and agricultural science.

Application

• Microbiological Research: As a standard autoinducer for studying Gram-negative bacterial quorum sensing mechanisms and gene regulation.
• Anti-Virulence Drug Discovery: Used in high-throughput screening assays to identify novel compounds that disrupt bacterial communication and biofilm development without inducing resistance.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Applied in research to modulate plant-microbe interactions, potentially enhancing crop protection or symbiotic relationships.
• Biofilm Studies: A key reagent for in vitro models investigating biofilm formation, stability, and dispersal in medical, industrial, and environmental contexts.
• Diagnostic Development: Serves as a reference standard in the development of biosensors and detection kits for specific bacterial pathogens.
• Synthetic Biology: Used as a signaling module in engineered genetic circuits and microbial consortia for controlled metabolic pathway expression.

Basic Information

Product Name	C2-Hsl, n-Acetyl-L-Homoserine Lactone
CAS No.	51524-71-1
Molecular Formula	C7H11NO3
Molecular Weight	157.17 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetyl-L-homoserine lactone; N-Acetylhomoserine lactone; C2-AHL; N-Acetylhomoserine lactone; Autoinducer-2 (AI-2) precursor (related signaling sphere); N-(3-Oxobutanoyl)-L-homoserine lactone (related structure); AHL; Bacterial Quorum Sensing Molecule C2; N-Acetylhomoserine lactone (C2).
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Quality Control

Our C2-Hsl is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assay and spectroscopic identification (NMR, IR). A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurities is provided with every shipment to support your research and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, consider desiccation or storage under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.