About 20-Hydroxyecdysone
20-Hydroxyecdysone 93% (HPLC), powder Synonym: -Ecdysone, 2,3,14,20,22,25-Hexahydroxy-7-cholesten-6-one, Ecdysterone, Insect moulting hormone, Polypodine A CAS Number 5289-74-7 Empirical Formula (Hill Notation) C27H44O7 Molecular Weight 480.63 Assay 93% (HPLC) Form Powder Color White To Off-White Solubility Alcohol: Soluble Storage Temp. 20C Packaging 10 mg in poly bottle 25 mg in glass bottle 5 mg in glass bottle 25 mg in poly bottle Biochem/physiol Actions 20-Hydroxyecdysone is an ecdysteroid hormone that plays a key role in insect development, cell proliferaton, growth and apoptosis by controlling gene expression involved in molting and metamorphosis. It acts through a heterodimeric receptor comprising the ecdysone receptor and the ultraspiracle proteins (USP).
FAQs of 20-Hydroxyecdysone:
Q: What is the physical form of 20-Hydroxyecdysone?
A: The physical form of 20-Hydroxyecdysone is powder.
Q: What is the appearance of 20-Hydroxyecdysone?
A: The appearance of 20-Hydroxyecdysone is white powder.
Q: What is the molecular weight of 20-Hydroxyecdysone?
A: The molecular weight of 20-Hydroxyecdysone is 480.6 grams (g).
Q: What is the melting point range of 20-Hydroxyecdysone?
A: The melting point of 20-Hydroxyecdysone ranges from 242 C to 244 C.
Q: Is 20-Hydroxyecdysone soluble in water?
A: 20-Hydroxyecdysone is partly soluble in water.