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p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate

Cat No.:V73030 Purity: ≥98%
p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate is an organomercuric matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) activator.
p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate
p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate Chemical Structure CAS No.: 6283-24-5
Product category: Ceramidase
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Product Description
p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate is an organomercuric matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) activator. p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate participates in the activation and inhibition of MMP-8 by attacking protein sulfhydryl groups or inducing cysteine conversion reactions. p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate promotes beta-cellulose precursor (pro-BTC) shedding. p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate affects the binding of opioid receptors to their agonists and antagonists.
p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate (APMA) is an organomercury compound and a thiol-blocking agent commonly used as an in vitro activator of latent matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs). It functions by modifying the cysteine switch in the propeptide domain of MMPs, leading to autolytic cleavage and enzyme activation.
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), specifically MMP-2, -8, -9, and others.
ln Vitro
Rat brain homogenates treated with p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate (APMA) (0-30 µM; 20 min) exhibit a decrease in the quantity of dihydromorphine binding sites and an increase in agonist sensitivity to sodium binding inhibition [2]. Matrix metalloproteinases 2 and 9 are activated by 0.5 mM; 30 min; p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate [3].
p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate (APMA) is a well-established MMP activator. It participates in the activation and inhibition of MMP-8 by attacking protein sulfhydryl groups or inducing a cysteine conversion reaction. It is used at 0.5 mM to 1.5 mM to activate various metalloproteases. In vitro, APMA (50-100 microM) significantly increases the release of the 26-28kDa BTC extracellular domain in cell lines.
ln Vivo
Currently, no specific in vivo data is available for this compound due to its high toxicity. General information on mercurial compounds indicates they are potent nephrotoxins and neurotoxins, and their use is strictly limited to in vitro experiments.
Enzyme Assay
A typical in vitro MMP activation protocol involves treating the latent pro-enzyme with 1 mM APMA in a buffer (e.g., 50 mM Tris-HCl, pH 7.5, 150 mM NaCl, 10 mM CaCl2) at 37degC for 1-2 hours. The activated MMP can then be used in activity assays with fluorogenic or chromogenic substrates.
Cell Assay
Latent MMPs (pro-MMPs) are incubated with APMA (0.5-1.5 mM) at 37degC for 1-2 hours. The activation process can be monitored by gelatin zymography, where a shift in molecular weight from the pro-form (higher MW) to the active form (lower MW) is visualized after SDS-PAGE. For cell-based studies, cells are treated with 50-100 microM APMA for 30-60 minutes.
Animal Protocol
Due to high mercury toxicity, APMA is not used in animal models. For in vitro assays, tissues or cells are homogenized in a lysis buffer, and the protein concentration is quantified. The lysates are incubated with APMA (1 mM) at 37degC for 1 hour to activate MMPs. MMP activity is then measured by adding a fluorogenic substrate.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
APMA is an organic mercury compound and is highly toxic. It is a potent enzyme inhibitor and should be handled with extreme care. Its toxicity arises from its ability to bind to thiol groups in proteins, leading to widespread cellular dysfunction. No clinical data exists; it is strictly for research.
References

[1]. ADAM10 mediates ectodomain shedding of the betacellulin precursor activated by p-aminophenylmercuric acetate and extracellular calcium influx. Journal of Biological Chemistry, 2005, 280(3): 1826-1837.

[2]. Differential effects of protein-modifying reagents on receptor binding of opiate agonists and antagonists. Molecular Pharmacology, 1975, 11(3): 340-351.

[3]. Inhibition of the activities of matrix metalloproteinases 2, 8, and 9 by chlorhexidine. Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory Immunology, 1999, 6(3): 437-439.

Additional Infomation
FAD and COA were covalently linked to agarose by chromatography for the purification of FAD and COA.
p-Aminophenylmercuric acetate is a standard research chemical used exclusively for in vitro activation of latent matrix metalloproteinases. It is also known to induce platelet aggregation in a dose-dependent manner and promote beta-cellulose precursor shedding. Its mercury content makes it unsuitable for in vivo applications.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C8H9HGNO2
Molecular Weight
351.75
Exact Mass
353.034
CAS #
6283-24-5
PubChem CID
16682983
Appearance
White to yellow solid powder
Melting Point
163-165 °C(lit.)
LogP
1.035
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
3
Rotatable Bond Count
3
Heavy Atom Count
12
Complexity
155
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
0
SMILES
CC(=O)O[Hg]C1=CC=C(C=C1)N
InChi Key
RXSUFCOOZSGWSW-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C6H6N.C2H4O2.Hg/c7-6-4-2-1-3-5-6;1-2(3)4;/h2-5H,7H2;1H3,(H,3,4);/q;;+1/p-1
Chemical Name
acetyloxy-(4-aminophenyl)mercury
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

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)
DMSO: 125 mg/mL (355.37 mM)
Solubility (In Vivo)
Solubility in Formulation 1: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (5.91 mM) (saturation unknown) in 10% DMSO + 40% PEG300 + 5% Tween80 + 45% Saline (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution.
For example, if 1 mL of working solution is to be prepared, you can add 100 μL of 20.8 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 400 μL PEG300 and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 to the above solution and mix evenly; then add 450 μL normal saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.
Preparation of saline: Dissolve 0.9 g of sodium chloride in 100 mL ddH₂ O to obtain a clear solution.

Solubility in Formulation 2: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (5.91 mM) (saturation unknown) in 10% DMSO + 90% Corn Oil (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution.
For example, if 1 mL of working solution is to be prepared, you can add 100 μL of 20.8 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 900 μL of corn oil and mix evenly.

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Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 2.8429 mL 14.2146 mL 28.4293 mL
5 mM 0.5686 mL 2.8429 mL 5.6859 mL
10 mM 0.2843 mL 1.4215 mL 2.8429 mL

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