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2-n-Butylthiophene is a sulfur analog of furan originally found in cooked meat products. 2-n-Butylthiophene is a phase II enzyme inducer that exhibits antioxidative and chemopreventive activities. This compound increases levels of glutathione and glutathione-S-transferase, preventing benzo[a]pyrene-induced tumor formation.
| Cas No. | 1455-20-5 |
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| Purity | ≥98% |
| Formula | C8H12S |
| Formula Wt. | 140.25 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-butylthiophene |
| Solubility | Soluble in acetone, DMSO, ethanol. |
| Appearance | Clear pale yellow liquid |
| Store Temp | Ambient |
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| Ship Temp | Ambient |
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| Info Sheet |
Lam LK, Zheng BL. Inhibitory effects of 2-n-heptylfuran and 2-n-butylthiophene on benzo[a]pyrene-induced lung and forestomach tumorigenesis in A/J mice. Nutr Cancer. 1992;17(1):19-26. PMID: 1574441.