Properties
Description
Fenretinide, soluble in DMSO and ethanol and insoluble in water, is an effective metabolism inhibitor, that has the ability to prevent the pathway of cell metabolism by inhibiting retinoid receptor. The molecular weight of the compound is 391.55, and its molecular formula is C26H33NO2.
Molecular Formula
C26H33NO2
Impurities
Free from inappropriate visible particulates, foreign matter, discoloration, or other defects.
Solubility
In vitro: DMSO: 69 mg/mL (176.22 mM); Water: insoluble; Ethanol: 69 mg/mL (176.22 mM)
Identity
Confirmed by NMR/HPLC/MS.
Applications
Fenretinide can be studied extensively for its potential therapeutic applications in the treatment of breast cancer and neuroblastoma.