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CuATSM

Cat No.:V41630 Purity: ≥98%
CuATSM is a effective free radical trapping antioxidant (RTA) and (phospholipid) lipid peroxidation inhibitor, thus it has the ability to inhibit ferroptosis.
CuATSM
CuATSM Chemical Structure CAS No.: 68341-09-3
Product category: New3
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Product Description
CuATSM is a effective free radical trapping antioxidant (RTA) and (phospholipid) lipid peroxidation inhibitor, thus it has the ability to inhibit ferroptosis.
CuATSM (CuII(atsm)) is an orally bioavailable, blood-brain barrier permeable copper complex that serves as a potent radical-trapping antioxidant (RTA) and inhibitor of ferroptosis. It scavenges free radicals, inhibits lipid peroxidation, and stabilizes various ALS-associated variants of the SOD1 protein, reducing misfolding and toxicity. It is currently in Phase II/III clinical trials for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
Ferroptosis pathway and SOD1. CuATSM potently inhibits ferroptosis, an iron-dependent form of regulated cell death driven by lipid peroxidation. It directly inhibits (phospho)lipid peroxidation, accounting for its ability to block ferroptosis. Additionally, CuATSM stabilizes SOD1 protein variants, reducing their aggregation and toxicity in models of SOD1-associated familial ALS (fALS).
ln Vitro
In biochemical cell-free systems, CuATSM acts as a highly potent radical-trapping antioxidant (RTA), inhibiting lipid peroxidation propagation. It shows potent inhibition of (phospho)lipid peroxidation in cell-free model membrane systems. The compound also directly interacts with SOD1 protein variants, stabilizing them against misfolding and aggregation. The mechanism of radical trapping is thought to involve its redox-active copper center, which can cycle between Cu(II) and Cu(I) states to quench peroxyl radicals.
ln Vivo
CuATSM potently inhibits ferroptotic cell death induced by ferroptosis inducers such as RSL3, erastin, or iron(II). It demonstrates EC50 values of 134 nM (RSL3), 169 nM (erastin), and 171 nM (Fe2+) in N27 rat mesencephalic cells. CuATSM also prevents lipid peroxidation induced by these agents at 1 uM. It protects against a broad variety of SOD1 mutations in cell culture models of SOD1-fALS. In vascular smooth muscle cells, CuATSM prevents phenotypic switching, neointimal formation, and arterial inflammation.
Enzyme Assay
Screening assays for ferroptosis inhibition typically use cell-free membrane lipid peroxidation systems. Liposomes or isolated cellular lipids are incubated with Fe2+ to induce peroxidation, and lipid hydroperoxide levels are measured using assays such as the ferric thiocyanate method or TBARS (thiobarbituric acid reactive substances) assay. CuATSM (0.1-10 uM) is added to the reaction mixture, and its ability to inhibit peroxidation is assessed by comparing hydroperoxide levels to control samples containing known ferroptosis inhibitors like liproxstatin-1.
Cell Assay
N27 rat mesencephalic cells or primary neurons are cultured in appropriate medium. Cells are treated with ferroptosis inducers such as RSL3 (0.1 uM), erastin (1 uM), or Fe2+ (as ferrous ammonium sulfate) with or without CuATSM (0.01-10 uM) for 24 hours. Cell viability is measured using assays such as MTT, CellTiter-Glo, or PI exclusion. Lipid peroxidation is assessed using C11-BODIPY 581/591 staining by flow cytometry or fluorescence microscopy. EC50 values for protection against ferroptosis are calculated.
Animal Protocol
In animal models, CuATSM improves motor function and extends survival in SOD1G93A mice, a model of familial ALS, though high doses may not be tolerated in certain backgrounds. CuATSM has repeatedly shown promise in mouse models as a therapeutic treatment for SOD1-associated ALS. Typical administration routes include oral gavage or intraperitoneal injection. Doses range from 1-30 mg/kg/day depending on the model and study design. Pharmacodynamic endpoints include motor function assessment (rotarod, grip strength), survival analysis, and histopathological evaluation of motor neuron preservation in spinal cord tissue.
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
CuATSM is orally bioavailable and crosses the blood-brain barrier. Following oral administration, the compound distributes to the central nervous system, reaching therapeutically relevant concentrations in brain and spinal cord tissue. The copper complex remains intact during absorption and distribution. Pharmacokinetic studies indicate that CuATSM is stable in circulation and accumulates in target tissues. The half-life is estimated to be several hours, supporting once-daily dosing regimens. Metabolism likely involves minimal biotransformation due to the stability of the copper complex.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
CuATSM demonstrates a favorable safety profile in preclinical studies, with tolerability at therapeutic doses in animal models. High doses may not be tolerated in some mouse strains, indicating a narrow therapeutic window. In clinical studies for ALS, adverse events reported have been generally mild to moderate. The most common adverse events include infusion site reactions, fatigue, and gastrointestinal disturbances. No significant organ toxicity has been reported at clinically relevant exposures. Long-term safety is being evaluated in ongoing clinical trials.
References

[1]. Radical-Trapping Antioxidant Activity of Copper and Nickel Bis(Thiosemicarbazone) Complexes Underlies Their Potency as Inhibitors of Ferroptotic Cell Death. J Am Chem Soc. 2021 Nov 17;143(45):19043-19057.

Additional Infomation
CuATSM is currently in Phase II/III clinical trials for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The mechanism of action involves both ferroptosis inhibition and SOD1 stabilization. For research use, it is a valuable tool for studying ferroptosis in neurodegenerative disease models, particularly ALS. The compound selectively accumulates in hypoxic tissues, making it also useful for tumor imaging and potential radiation therapy applications when labeled with copper isotopes. The active enantiomer is the CuII(atsm) complex; the ligand itself (H2atsm) is inactive.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C8H14CUN6S2
Molecular Weight
321.912958621979
Exact Mass
321.001
CAS #
68341-09-3
PubChem CID
10064708
Appearance
Light brown to brown solid powder
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
6
Rotatable Bond Count
5
Heavy Atom Count
17
Complexity
310
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
0
SMILES
C/C(=N\NC(=NC)[S-])/C(=N/NC(=NC)[S-])/C.[Cu+2]
InChi Key
SBHDKYTVDCRMOE-JPAPVDFESA-L
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C8H16N6S2.Cu/c1-5(11-13-7(15)9-3)6(2)12-14-8(16)10-4;/h1-4H3,(H2,9,13,15)(H2,10,14,16);/q;+2/p-2/b11-5+,12-6+;
Chemical Name
copper;N'-methyl-N-[(E)-[(3E)-3-[(N-methyl-C-sulfidocarbonimidoyl)hydrazinylidene]butan-2-ylidene]amino]carbamimidothioate
HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001
Storage

Powder      -20°C    3 years

                     4°C     2 years

In solvent   -80°C    6 months

                  -20°C    1 month

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Shipping Condition
Room temperature (This product is stable at ambient temperature for a few days during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs)
Solubility Data
Solubility (In Vitro)
May dissolve in DMSO (in most cases), if not, try other solvents such as H2O, Ethanol, or DMF with a minute amount of products to avoid loss of samples
Solubility (In Vivo)
Note: Listed below are some common formulations that may be used to formulate products with low water solubility (e.g. < 1 mg/mL), you may test these formulations using a minute amount of products to avoid loss of samples.

Injection Formulations
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Injection Formulation 1: DMSO : Tween 80: Saline = 10 : 5 : 85 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO stock solution 50 μL Tween 80 850 μL Saline)
*Preparation of saline: Dissolve 0.9 g of sodium chloride in 100 mL ddH ₂ O to obtain a clear solution.
Injection Formulation 2: DMSO : PEG300Tween 80 : Saline = 10 : 40 : 5 : 45 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO 400 μLPEG300 50 μL Tween 80 450 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 3: DMSO : Corn oil = 10 : 90 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO 900 μL Corn oil)
Example: Take the Injection Formulation 3 (DMSO : Corn oil = 10 : 90) as an example, if 1 mL of 2.5 mg/mL working solution is to be prepared, you can take 100 μL 25 mg/mL DMSO stock solution and add to 900 μL corn oil, mix well to obtain a clear or suspension solution (2.5 mg/mL, ready for use in animals).
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Injection Formulation 4: DMSO : 20% SBE-β-CD in saline = 10 : 90 [i.e. 100 μL DMSO 900 μL (20% SBE-β-CD in saline)]
*Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C,1 week): Dissolve 2 g SBE-β-CD in 10 mL saline to obtain a clear solution.
Injection Formulation 5: 2-Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin : Saline = 50 : 50 (i.e. 500 μL 2-Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin 500 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 6: DMSO : PEG300 : castor oil : Saline = 5 : 10 : 20 : 65 (i.e. 50 μL DMSO 100 μLPEG300 200 μL castor oil 650 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 7: Ethanol : Cremophor : Saline = 10: 10 : 80 (i.e. 100 μL Ethanol 100 μL Cremophor 800 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 8: Dissolve in Cremophor/Ethanol (50 : 50), then diluted by Saline
Injection Formulation 9: EtOH : Corn oil = 10 : 90 (i.e. 100 μL EtOH 900 μL Corn oil)
Injection Formulation 10: EtOH : PEG300Tween 80 : Saline = 10 : 40 : 5 : 45 (i.e. 100 μL EtOH 400 μLPEG300 50 μL Tween 80 450 μL Saline)


Oral Formulations
Oral Formulation 1: Suspend in 0.5% CMC Na (carboxymethylcellulose sodium)
Oral Formulation 2: Suspend in 0.5% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Example: Take the Oral Formulation 1 (Suspend in 0.5% CMC Na) as an example, if 100 mL of 2.5 mg/mL working solution is to be prepared, you can first prepare 0.5% CMC Na solution by measuring 0.5 g CMC Na and dissolve it in 100 mL ddH2O to obtain a clear solution; then add 250 mg of the product to 100 mL 0.5% CMC Na solution, to make the suspension solution (2.5 mg/mL, ready for use in animals).
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Oral Formulation 3: Dissolved in PEG400
Oral Formulation 4: Suspend in 0.2% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Oral Formulation 5: Dissolve in 0.25% Tween 80 and 0.5% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Oral Formulation 6: Mixing with food powders


Note: Please be aware that the above formulations are for reference only. InvivoChem strongly recommends customers to read literature methods/protocols carefully before determining which formulation you should use for in vivo studies, as different compounds have different solubility properties and have to be formulated differently.

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Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 3.1065 mL 15.5323 mL 31.0646 mL
5 mM 0.6213 mL 3.1065 mL 6.2129 mL
10 mM 0.3106 mL 1.5532 mL 3.1065 mL

*Note: Please select an appropriate solvent for the preparation of stock solution based on your experiment needs. For most products, DMSO can be used for preparing stock solutions (e.g. 5 mM, 10 mM, or 20 mM concentration); some products with high aqueous solubility may be dissolved in water directly. Solubility information is available at the above Solubility Data section. Once the stock solution is prepared, aliquot it to routine usage volumes and store at -20°C or -80°C. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles.

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Method for preparing DMSO stock solution mg drug pre-dissolved in μL DMSO (stock solution concentration mg/mL). Please contact us first if the concentration exceeds the DMSO solubility of the batch of drug.

Method for preparing in vivo formulation:Take μL DMSO stock solution, next add μL PEG300, mix and clarify, next addμL Tween 80, mix and clarify, next add μL ddH2O,mix and clarify.

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