Tributyrin
SKU: 02103111-CF
Tributyrin
Application Notes
Tributyrin induces differentiation of malignant cells followed by arrest of cell growth and apoptosis. It is used as a deliverable source of natural butyrate and is demonstrated to inhibit growth of and induce cell differentiation of Caco-2 cells more potently than natural butyrate.
Usage Statement
Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department.
Key Applications
Differentiation of malignant cells | arrest of cell growth | apoptosis
| SKU | 02103111-CF |
| Alternate Names | 1,2,3-Tributyrylglycerol; Glycerol tributyrate;Tributyrin; Glyceryl tributyrate |
| Applications | Differentiation of malignant cells | arrest of cell growth | apoptosis |
| Application Notes | Tributyrin induces differentiation of malignant cells followed by arrest of cell growth and apoptosis. It is used as a deliverable source of natural butyrate and is demonstrated to inhibit growth of and induce cell differentiation of Caco-2 cells more potently than natural butyrate. |
| Auto Ignition | 765 °F (407 °C) |
| Base Catalog Number | 103111 |
| Beilstein Registry Number | 1714746 |
| Boiling Point | 307 °C |
| CAS # | 60-01-5 |
| Density | 1.032 at 20 °C |
| EC Number | 200-451-5 |
| Flash Point | 356 °F; 180 °C (Open cup) |
| Format | Liquid |
| Hazard Statements | H317 |
| Melting Point | -75 °C |
| Molecular Formula | C15H26O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 302.367 g/mol |
| Personal Protective Equipment | Eyeshields, Gloves |
| Purity | ≥96% |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.435(lit.) |
| RTECS Number | ET7350000 |
| Solubility | Soluble in alcohol and ether; insoluble in water |
| Storage | Room Temperature (15-30 °C) |
| Usage Statement | Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department. |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.3X10-3 mm Hg at 25 °C (est) |