Description

Farnesyl Cysteine is a specialized biochemical compound that serves as a key intermediate in the study of protein prenylation and signal transduction pathways. Its value lies in enabling critical research into cellular regulation mechanisms, particularly those involving Ras and other small GTP-binding proteins. This product is essential for pharmaceutical R&D, academic biochemistry laboratories, and biotechnology companies focused on oncology and metabolic disease research.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical intermediate for studying protein farnesylation and its role in cancer cell signaling.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used in the synthesis and investigation of potential therapeutics targeting prenylation enzymes like farnesyltransferase.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Serves as a substrate or inhibitor analog in assays to characterize farnesyltransferase activity.
• Cell Biology: A tool compound for investigating post-translational modifications of proteins and their impact on membrane localization and function.
• Academic Research: Fundamental reagent for universities and research institutes exploring Ras oncogene pathways and related biological processes.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in related compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Farnesyl Cysteine
CAS No.	68000-92-0
Molecular Formula	C18H31NO2S
Molecular Weight	325.51 g/mol
Synonyms	S-[(2E,6E)-3,7,11-Trimethyldodeca-2,6,10-trien-1-yl]-L-cysteine; L-Cysteine, S-[(2E,6E)-3,7,11-trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrien-1-yl]-; S-Farnesyl-L-cysteine; S-trans,trans-Farnesylcysteine; Farnesylcysteine; Protein farnesyltransferase substrate analog
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Quality Control

Our Farnesyl Cysteine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with research-grade material standards. Specifications are designed to meet the rigorous demands of pharmaceutical and biochemical research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. For long-term storage, desiccate to maintain stability. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area %)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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