Specifically and reversibly blocks translocation of proteins from the endoplasmic reticulum to the Golgi apparatus and induces apoptosis in human tumor cells via caspase activation. Brefeldin A has been identified as an activator of the sphingomyelin signal transduction cycle.

≥99%

Soluble in DMSO at 100 mg/ml; soluble in 100% ethanol at 25 mg/ml with slight warming, methanol, acetone or ethyl acetate (1 mg/ml). Very poorly soluble in water; maximum solubility in plain water is estimated to be about 50-100 µM

White to off-white solid.

Store at or below –20°C. Solid form is stable at least 12 months from date of receipt, when stored as directed. Do not store aqueous solutions for more than one day.

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2. Guo, H., et al. Exp. Cell Res. 245: 57-68 (1998).
3. Linardic, C. M., et al. Cell Growth Differ. 7: 765-774 (1996).

Protease

Activator