Cat. No.: HY-121618

α-Thujone

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α-Thujone is a monoterpene isolated from Thuja occidentalis essential oil with potent anti-tumor activities. α-Thujone is a reversible modulator of the GABA type A receptor and the IC₅₀ for α-Thujone is 21 μM in suppressing the GABA-induced currents. α-Thujone induces ROS accumulation-dependent cytotoxicity, also induces cell apoptosis and autophagy. α-Thujone has antinociceptive, insecticidal, and anthelmintic activity, and can cross the blood-brain barrier.

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Purity: 98.07%
CAS No.: 546-80-5
Formula: C₁₀H₁₆O
Molecular Weight:152.24

Storage:

Pure form -20°C, 3 years , 4°C, 2 years ; In solvent -80°C, 6 months , -20°C, 1 month

α-Thujone Chemical Structure

CAS No.: 546-80-5

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Biological Activity

Description

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In Vitro

α-Thujone (66 μM-3.2 mM, 24-96 h) inhibits the proliferation of glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) cells T98G and U87, inhibits the migration and invasion of GBM cell by affecting cytoskeletal proteins^[2].
α-Thujone (66 μM-3.2 mM, 24-96 h) induces the formation of autophagosomes (GFP) and autophagolysosomes (RFP), induces autophagy in T98G cells^[2].

MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

Cell Migration Assay ^[2]

Cell Line:

T98G
Concentration:

66 μM-3.2 mM
Incubation Time:

24-96 h
Result:

Inhibited the migration.

In Vivo

α-Thujone (30-60 mg/kg, ip, single dose) induces epileptic seizures and death in mice^[3].

MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

Animal Model:

Swiss-Webster mouse models^[3]
Dosage:

30-60 mg/kg
Administration:

ip, single dose
Result:

Induced tail elevation, trunk flexion, and clonic activity of the forelimbs (30 mg/kg).
Induced epileptic seizures and death.

Chemical Information

CAS No. 546-80-5
Appearance Liquid (Density: 0.914 g/cm³)
Molecular Weight 152.24
Formula C₁₀H₁₆O
Color Colorless to light yellow
SMILES

O=C1C[C@]2(C(C)C)C[C@]2([H])[C@H]1C
Structure Classification
- Terpenoids
- Other Monoterpenes
Initial Source
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Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Storage

Pure form	-20°C	3 years
	4°C	2 years
In solvent	-80°C	6 months
	-20°C	1 month

Solvent & Solubility

In Vitro:

DMSO : 100 mg/mL (656.86 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

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1 mM

6.5686 mL

32.8429 mL

65.6858 mL

5 mM

1.3137 mL

6.5686 mL

13.1372 mL

10 mM

0.6569 mL

3.2843 mL

6.5686 mL

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, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

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In Vivo:

Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.

Stock Solution Working Solution

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.

Protocol 1

Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 40% PEG300 5% Tween-80 45% Saline

Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (16.42 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 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.

Protocol 2

Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)

Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (16.42 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.

Protocol 3

Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% Corn Oil

Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (16.42 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown). If the continuous dosing period exceeds half a month, please choose this protocol carefully.

Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL Corn oil, and mix evenly.

In Vivo Dissolution Calculator

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.

Recommended: Prepare an additional quantity of animals to account for potential losses during experiments.

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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

Purity & Documentation

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Purity: 99.98%

Assay: 99.98%

ee.: 99.98%

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References

[1]. Agus HH, et al. Involvement of Pca1 in ROS-mediated apoptotic cell death induced by alpha-thujone in the fission yeast (Schizosaccharomyces pombe). FEMS Yeast Res. 2020 Apr 29. pii: foaa022. [Content Brief]

[2]. Pudełek M, et al. Therapeutic potential of monoterpene α-thujone, the main compound of Thuja occidentalis L. essential oil, against malignant glioblastoma multiforme cells in vitro. Fitoterapia. 2019 Apr;134:172-181. [Content Brief]

[3]. Höld KM, et al. Alpha-thujone (the active component of absinthe): gamma-aminobutyric acid type A receptor modulation and metabolic detoxification. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2000 Apr 11;97(8):3826-31. [Content Brief]

Help & FAQs

How should lyophilized recombinant proteins be reconstituted and stored?

1. Before opening the cap, centrifuge the vial at 13000 rpm for 20-30 seconds. This step will ensure that any lyophilized powder that may have adhered to the cap or walls is collected at the bottom of the vial, minimizing the risk of product loss.

Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

Optional Solvent	Concentration Solvent Mass	1 mg	5 mg	10 mg	25 mg
DMSO	1 mM	6.5686 mL	32.8429 mL	65.6858 mL	164.2144 mL
	5 mM	1.3137 mL	6.5686 mL	13.1372 mL	32.8429 mL
	10 mM	0.6569 mL	3.2843 mL	6.5686 mL	16.4214 mL
	15 mM	0.4379 mL	2.1895 mL	4.3791 mL	10.9476 mL
	20 mM	0.3284 mL	1.6421 mL	3.2843 mL	8.2107 mL
	25 mM	0.2627 mL	1.3137 mL	2.6274 mL	6.5686 mL
	30 mM	0.2190 mL	1.0948 mL	2.1895 mL	5.4738 mL
	40 mM	0.1642 mL	0.8211 mL	1.6421 mL	4.1054 mL
	50 mM	0.1314 mL	0.6569 mL	1.3137 mL	3.2843 mL
	60 mM	0.1095 mL	0.5474 mL	1.0948 mL	2.7369 mL
	80 mM	0.0821 mL	0.4105 mL	0.8211 mL	2.0527 mL
	100 mM	0.0657 mL	0.3284 mL	0.6569 mL	1.6421 mL

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