General description
Nordihydroguaiaretic acid (NDGA) is used as an antioxidant and potent scavenger of reactive oxygen species (ROS).
Application
Nordihydroguaiaretic acid can be used:
- In the synthesis of nordihydroguaiaretic acid derivatives with potent HIV inhibition activity.
- As a starting material in the synthesis of tetra-O-methylnordihydroguaiaretic acid.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Lipoxygenase inhibitor; polyphenol-bearing o-dihydroxy (catechol) structure.
Other Notes
Inhibitor of broad bean lipoxygenase
- UPC:
- 51282520
- Condition:
- New
- Weight:
- 1.00 Ounces
- HazmatClass:
- No
- WeightUOM:
- LB
- MPN:
- 74540-5G