CAS No. 9007-43-6

Batch: Purity:100.00
Cytochrome C Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the Cytochrome C product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

CAS Number 9007-43-6
Molecular Formula

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

Cytochrome c is an essential mitochondrial electron transport protein involved in cellular respiration and apoptosis regulation. Upon apoptotic stimuli, it binds cardiolipin, gains peroxidase activity, and recruits Apaf-1 to trigger downstream caspase activation. Tissue-specific phosphorylation and ATP binding tightly modulate mitochondrial electron transport, reactive oxygen species production, and cellular sensitivity to cell death. [1][2]

Solubility

Batch:
All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
Water 50 mg/mL
DMSO Insoluble
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO.)
Ethanol Insoluble
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.