AP-III-a4 hydrochloride
Based on 17 publication(s) in Google Scholar
AP-III-a4 (ENOblock) hydrochloride is a nonsubstrate analogue enolase inhibitor with an IC50 of 0.576 uM. AP-III-a4 hydrochloride can be used for the research of cancer and diabetic.
For research use only. We do not sell to patients.
- Purity: 99.24%
- CAS No.: 2070014-95-6
- Formula: C31H44ClFN8O3
- Molecular Weight:631.18
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Storage:
4°C, sealed storage, away from moisture
* In solvent : -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year (sealed storage, away from moisture)
Publications Citing Use of MedChemExpress (MCE) AP-III-a4 hydrochloride
More- Cancer Cell. 2024 Aug 12;42(8):1386-1400.e8. [Abstract]
- Gastroenterology. 2024 Jan 24:S0016-5085(24)00064-7. [Abstract]
- Nat Aging. 2026 Apr;6(4):831-848. [Abstract]
- Cancer Res. 2025 Nov 21:10.1158/0008-5472.CAN-24-3753. [Abstract]
- Nat Commun. 2026 Feb 12;17(1):1214. [Abstract]
- Cell Discov. 2020 Aug 18;6:56. [Abstract]
- Theranostics. 2019 Aug 12;9(20):5769-5783. [Abstract]
- Acta Pharm Sin B. 2026 Mar 14.
- Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2025 May 13;122(19):e2415089122. [Abstract]
- EMBO Mol Med. 2025 Dec;17(12):3496-3524. [Abstract]
- Int J Mol Sci. 2025 Apr 13;26(8):3677. [Abstract]
- Cancers (Basel). 2020 Jan 29;12(2):311. [Abstract]
- Biomedicines. 2026 May 18;14(5):1145. [Abstract]
- bioRxiv. 2024 October 25.
- Biomed Pharmacother. 2024 Jun 18:177:116970. [Abstract]
- SSRN. 2023 Feb 10.
- Research Square Print. November 14th, 2022
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Bio/Physico-chemical Assay
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RT-PCR
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Cell Proliferation/Viability Assay
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WB
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Bio/Physico-chemical Assay
Biological Activity
IC50: 0.576 uM (enolase)[1]
AP-III-a4 (ENOblock) (0-10 μM; 24 h) inhibits HCT116 cell viability in a dose-dependent manner[1].
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AP-III-a4 directly binds to enolase and inhibits its activity[1].
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AP-III-a4 (0-10 μM; 24 or 48 h) inhibits cancer cell migration and invasion, induces cancer cell apoptosis[1].
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AP-III-a4 (10 μM; 24 h) can induce glucose uptake and inhibit phosphoenolpyruvate carboxykinase (PEPCK) expression in hepatocytes and kidney cells[1].
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
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Cell Line:HCT116
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Concentration:1.25, 2.5, 5 and 10 μM
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Incubation Time:24 h
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Result:Induced higher levels of HCT116 colon cancer cell death in hypoxic conditions compared to normoxia.
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Cell Line:HCT116
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Concentration:1.25, 2.5, 5 and 10 μM
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Incubation Time:24 h for AKT, 48 h for Bcl-Xl
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Result:Bound to enolase in cell lysate and bound to purified enolase.
Decreased the expression of AKT and Bcl-Xl, which are negative regulators of apoptosis.
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Cell Line:HCT116
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Concentration:0.156, 0.312, 0.625, 1.25 and 2.5 μM
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Incubation Time:24 h
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Result:Significantly inhibits cancer cell invasion at a treatment concentration of 0.625 μM.
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Cell Line:HCT116
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Concentration:0.625, 1.25 and 2.5 μM
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Incubation Time:24 h
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Result:Inhibited cell migration dose-dependently.
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Cell Line:Huh7 and HEK
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Concentration:10 μM
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Incubation Time:24 h
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Result:Induced glucose uptake and inhibited PEPCK expression.
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
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Animal Model:The zebrafish cancer cell HCT116 xenograft model[1]
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Dosage:10 μM
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Administration:96 h
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Result:Reduced cancer cell dissemination. Inhibited PEPCK expression and induced glucose uptake. Inhibited adipogenesis and foam cell formation.
Chemical Information
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CAS No. 2070014-95-6
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Appearance Solid
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Molecular Weight 631.18
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Formula C31H44ClFN8O3
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Color White to yellow
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SMILES
FC1=CC=C(CNC2=NC(NCC3CCCCC3)=NC(NC4=CC=C(CC(NCCOCCOCCN)=O)C=C4)=N2)C=C1.Cl
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Synonyms
ENOblock hydrochloride
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Shipping
Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.
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Storage
4°C, sealed storage, away from moisture
* In solvent : -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year (sealed storage, away from moisture)
Publications (17)
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Journal Impact Factor
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Most Recent
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Cancer Cell
Integrative plasma and fecal metabolomics identify functional metabolites in adenoma-colorectal cancer progression and as early diagnostic biomarkers. [Abstract]2024 Aug 12;42(8):1386-1400.e8. PMID: 39137727
AP-III-a4 hydrochloride purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Cancer Cell. 2024 Aug 12;42(8):1386-1400.e8. [Abstract]
ENO1 antagonist AP-III-a4 (10 μM) reversed the increase in viability of CRC cells (HCT116, HT-29) induced by oleic acid.
AP-III-a4 hydrochloride purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Cancer Cell. 2024 Aug 12;42(8):1386-1400.e8. [Abstract]
ENO1 antagonist AP-III-a4 (10 μM) reversed the increased protein expression of phosphorylated JAK1, PI3K, and AKT in human CRC cells (HCT116, HT-29) induced by oleic acid.
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Gastroenterology
2024 Jan 24:S0016-5085(24)00064-7. PMID: 38272100 -
Nat Aging
The glycolytic metabolite phosphoenolpyruvate restricts cGAS-driven inflammation to promote healthy aging. [Abstract]2026 Apr;6(4):831-848. PMID: 41792330 -
Cancer Res
Single-Cell Lineage Tracing Uncovers Resistance Signatures and Sensitizing Strategies to FLT3 Inhibitors in Acute Myeloid Leukemia. [Abstract]2025 Nov 21:10.1158/0008-5472.CAN-24-3753. PMID: 41270153 -
Nat Commun
Human iPSC-based Modeling of Pulmonary Fibrosis Reveals p300/CBP Inhibition Suppresses Alveolar Transitional Cell State. [Abstract]2026 Feb 12;17(1):1214. PMID: 41680175 -
Cell Discov
2020 Aug 18;6:56. PMID: 32864161 -
Theranostics
Inhibition of HSP90β Improves Lipid Disorders by Promoting Mature SREBPs Degradation via the Ubiquitin-proteasome System. [Abstract]2019 Aug 12;9(20):5769-5783. PMID: 31534518
AP-III-a4 hydrochloride purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Theranostics. 2019 Aug 12;9(20):5769-5783. [Abstract]
ENO1 concentration was kept constant at 20 nM and the small molecule was titrated from AP-III-a4 (50 μM).
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Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A
Proviral insights of glycolytic enolase in Bamboo mosaic virus replication associated with chloroplasts and mitochondria. [Abstract]2025 May 13;122(19):e2415089122. PMID: 40327700
AP-III-a4 hydrochloride purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2025 May 13;122(19):e2415089122. [Abstract]
AP-III-a4 (ENOblock) (20 μM; 16 h) significantly reduced the size of BaMV VRC clusters of 3-wk-old WT N. benthamiana.
AP-III-a4 hydrochloride purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2025 May 13;122(19):e2415089122. [Abstract]
AP-III-a4 (ENOblock) (20 μM; 16 h) significantly reduced the BaMV titer of 3-wk-old WT N. benthamiana.
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EMBO Mol Med
2025 Dec;17(12):3496-3524. PMID: 41174184 -
Int J Mol Sci
Paeoniflorin Directly Targets ENO1 to Inhibit M1 Polarization of Microglia/Macrophages and Ameliorates EAE Disease. [Abstract]2025 Apr 13;26(8):3677. PMID: 40332313 -
Cancers (Basel)
Cinnamaldehyde Enhances Antimelanoma Activity through Covalently Binding ENO1 and Exhibits a Promoting Effect with Dacarbazine. [Abstract]2020 Jan 29;12(2):311. PMID: 32013122 -
Biomedicines
HIF-1α Promotes Macrophage Extracellular Trap Formation and Exacerbates Acute Lung Injury in Neonatal Sepsis. [Abstract]2026 May 18;14(5):1145. PMID: 42193470 -
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Biomed Pharmacother
Ciwujianoside E inhibits Burkitt lymphoma cell proliferation and invasion by blocking ENO1-plasminogen interaction and TGF-β1 activation. [Abstract]2024 Jun 18:177:116970. PMID: 38897160 -
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Solvent & Solubility
DMSO : ≥ 53 mg/mL (83.97 mM; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)
H2O : 12.5 mg/mL (19.80 mM; Need ultrasonic)
* "≥" means soluble, but saturation unknown.
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year (sealed storage, away from moisture). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year (sealed storage, away from moisture). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.
Concentration (start) × Volume (start) = Concentration (final) × Volume (final)
Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.
- For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
- To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for In Vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
- The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 40% PEG300 5% Tween-80 45% Saline
Solubility: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (3.30 mM); Clear solution
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.
Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)
Solubility: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (3.30 mM); Clear solution
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.
Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.
Please enter the basic information of animal experiments:
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Recommended: Prepare an additional quantity of animals to account for potential losses during experiments.
Please enter your animal formula composition:
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%DMSO +
Recommended: Keep the proportion of DMSO in working solution below 2% if your animal is weak.
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+%Tween-80 + +
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%Saline +
The co-solvents required include: DMSO, . All of co-solvents are available by MedChemExpress (MCE). , Tween 80. All of co-solvents are available by MedChemExpress (MCE).
Working solution concentration: 0.22 mg/mL
Method for preparing stock solution: mg drug dissolved in μL DMSO. Stock solution concentration: mg/mL. * In solvent : -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year (sealed storage, away from moisture)
1. Take μL DMSO stock solution;
2. Add μL .
μL , mix evenly;
3. Then add μL Tween 80, mix evenly;
4. Then add μL
Please ensure that the stock solution in the first step is dissolved to a clear state, and add co-solvents in sequence. You can use ultrasonic heating (ultrasonic cleaner, recommended frequency 20-40 kHz), vortexing, etc. to assist dissolution.
Purity & Documentation
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Data Sheet (276 KB)
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SDS (252 KB)
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Handling Instructions (2659 KB)
References
Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year (sealed storage, away from moisture). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
| Optional Solvent | Concentration Solvent Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg | 25 mg |
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| H2O / DMSO | 1 mM | 1.5843 mL | 7.9217 mL | 15.8433 mL | 39.6084 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.3169 mL | 1.5843 mL | 3.1687 mL | 7.9217 mL | |
| 10 mM | 0.1584 mL | 0.7922 mL | 1.5843 mL | 3.9608 mL | |
| 15 mM | 0.1056 mL | 0.5281 mL | 1.0562 mL | 2.6406 mL | |
| DMSO | 20 mM | 0.0792 mL | 0.3961 mL | 0.7922 mL | 1.9804 mL |
| 25 mM | 0.0634 mL | 0.3169 mL | 0.6337 mL | 1.5843 mL | |
| 30 mM | 0.0528 mL | 0.2641 mL | 0.5281 mL | 1.3203 mL | |
| 40 mM | 0.0396 mL | 0.1980 mL | 0.3961 mL | 0.9902 mL | |
| 50 mM | 0.0317 mL | 0.1584 mL | 0.3169 mL | 0.7922 mL | |
| 60 mM | 0.0264 mL | 0.1320 mL | 0.2641 mL | 0.6601 mL | |
| 80 mM | 0.0198 mL | 0.0990 mL | 0.1980 mL | 0.4951 mL |
* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.