Tribioscience Valinomycin, Potassium Ionophore (TBI2112)

Tribioscience Valinomycin, Potassium Ionophore (TBI2112)

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Product Details

Formal Name: Cyclo(L-Val-D-HyIva-D-Val-L-Lac-)3

Molecular Formula: C₅₄H₉₀N₆O₁₈

Formula Weight: 1111.35

CAS Number: 2001-95-8

Purity: >98%

Formulation: powder

Solubility: Soluble in DMSO (up to 10 mg/ml).

Storage: -20°C

Stability: ≥ 1 year.

Applications

Potassium ionophore

Functions

Valinomycin is a selective K+ ionophore capable of transporting potassium ions through lipid membranes. It can induce apoptosis in cells by causing a rapid loss of mitochondrial membrane potential via potassium efflux.

Application Procedures

First dissolved in DMSO (up to 10 mg/ml), then diluted to aqueous buffer. Solutions in DMSO may be stored at -20°C for up to 3 months.