Colchicine
Colchicine is a naturally occurring alkaloid widely used in biochemical and pharmaceutical research, particularly in studies related to microtubule inhibition and cell division.
- Chemical Names: Colchicine, Colchicina, Colchicin, Condylon, Colchicinum
- Molecular Formula: C22H25NO6
- Molecular Weight: 399.443 g/mol
Supplied in high purity for laboratory and industrial research applications.
Description
Colchicine is a biologically active alkaloid originally isolated from plants of the Colchicum genus. It is well known for its ability to disrupt microtubule polymerization by binding to tubulin, making it an essential compound in cell biology and cytogenetics research.
This high-purity Colchicine is extensively used in pharmaceutical research, mitosis and cell cycle studies, chromosome analysis, and biochemical investigations involving cytoskeletal dynamics.
Chemical Information
- Chemical Names: Colchicine; 64-86-8; Colchicina; Colchicin; Condylon; Colchicinum
- Molecular Formula: C22H25NO6
- Molecular Weight: 399.443 g/mol
- InChI Key: IAKHMKGGTNLKSZ-INIZCTEOSA-N
Applications
- Cell cycle and mitosis research
- Microtubule and tubulin inhibition studies
- Cytogenetics and chromosome analysis
- Pharmaceutical and biochemical research
Handling & Storage
Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, protected from light and moisture. Handle with appropriate laboratory safety precautions due to its biological activity.
Supply & Usage Information
For research and industrial use only. Not intended for human or veterinary use. Bulk quantities and Certificates of Analysis are available upon request.
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