CAS No. 48208-26-0

Batch: Purity:99.82
RG108 (N-Phthalyl-L-Tryptophan) Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the RG108 (N-Phthalyl-L-Tryptophan) product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

IUPAC Name 2-(1,3-dioxoisoindol-2-yl)-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid
CAS Number 48208-26-0
Molecular Formula

C19H14N2O4

Molecular Weight (MW) 334.33
SMILES C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)N(C2=O)C(CC3=CNC4=CC=CC=C43)C(=O)O
InChIKey HPTXLHAHLXOAKV-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

RG108 is a novel, non-nucleoside small-molecule inhibitor of DNA methyltransferase (DNMT) with an IC50 ofin a cell-free assay. It blocks enzymatic DNA methylation without causing covalent enzyme trapping, leading to promoter demethylation and reactivation of epigenetically silenced tumor suppressor genes. This restored gene expression alters DNA methylation dynamics and inhibits cancer cell proliferation. [1]

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Solubility

Batch:
All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
DMSO 66 mg/mL (197.4 mM)
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO. The recommended stock concentration is 10 mM in DMSO.)
Ethanol 66 mg/mL
Water 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).

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Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.