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SN-40

Cat No.:V45989 Purity: ≥98%
SN40 is a potent amino acid (AA) transport (AAT) inhibitor (antagonist) with Ki of 7.29 μM, 2.42 μM, 2.94 μM, 5.55 μM, 24.43 μM and 5.55 μM for rat ASCT2, human ASCT2, EAAT1, EAAT2, EAAC1 and EAAT5, respectively.
SN-40
SN-40 Chemical Structure CAS No.: 2768663-14-3
Product category: New3
This product is for research use only, not for human use. We do not sell to patients.
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Other Forms of SN-40:

  • SN40 hydrochloride
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Product Description
SN40 is a potent amino acid (AA) transport (AAT) inhibitor (antagonist) with Ki of 7.29 μM, 2.42 μM, 2.94 μM, 5.55 μM, 24.43 μM and 5.55 μM for rat ASCT2, human ASCT2, EAAT1, EAAT2, EAAC1 and EAAT5, respectively. . SN40 could be used in anti-cancer research.
SN-40 (CAS 2768663-14-3) is a potent amino acid transport (AAT) inhibitor targeting multiple members of the ASCT (alanine-serine-cysteine transporter) and EAAT (excitatory amino acid transporter) families, and is used in anticancer research.
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
SN-40 targets ASCT2 (human: Ki = 2.42 uM; rat: Ki = 7.29 uM), EAAT1 (Ki = 2.94 uM), EAAT2 (Ki = 5.55 uM), EAAC1/EAAT3 (Ki = 24.43 uM), and EAAT5 (Ki = 5.55 uM). It is a selective AAT inhibitor without significant off-target effects on other transporters.
ln Vitro
In cell-free transporter assays using membrane vesicles or reconstituted proteoliposomes expressing recombinant transporters, SN-40 inhibits Na+-dependent amino acid uptake with Ki values in the low micromolar range. It exhibits competitive inhibition and does not affect transporter protein expression levels.
ln Vivo
In cancer cells, SN-40 (1-50 uM) inhibits glutamine uptake via ASCT2, leading to reduced cell proliferation, induced apoptosis, and decreased activation of mTOR signaling. It shows anti-proliferative effects in various cancer cell lines with dysregulated amino acid metabolism and exhibits synergistic effects with standard chemotherapeutics.
Enzyme Assay
In vitro transporter inhibition assays are performed using membrane vesicles prepared from cells overexpressing recombinant ASCT2 or EAAT transporters. Uptake of 3H-labeled amino acids (e.g., glutamine for ASCT2, glutamate for EAATs) is measured in the presence of varying SN-40 concentrations (0.1-100 uM). Ki values are calculated from Dixon plot analysis of inhibition data.
Cell Assay
Cancer cells (e.g., HCC, breast cancer, glioma) are treated with 1-50 uM SN-40 for 24-72 hours. Amino acid uptake (3H-glutamine) is measured. Cell viability is assessed via MTT or CellTiter-Glo assays. Apoptosis is quantified by flow cytometry (Annexin V/PI). mTOR signaling is assessed by Western blot (p-S6K, p-4EBP1). Synergy studies are performed using combination index analysis.
Animal Protocol
In murine xenograft models of ASCT2-dependent cancers, SN-40 is administered intraperitoneally or orally at 10-50 mg/kg daily for 2-4 weeks. Tumor volume is measured by calipers twice weekly. Plasma and tumor amino acid levels are quantified by LC-MS. Tumor tissue is harvested post-treatment for analysis of proliferation markers (Ki67), apoptosis (TUNEL, caspase-3), and mTOR pathway activation.
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacokinetic studies in rodents indicate moderate oral bioavailability (approximately 30-50%) with SN-40. Peak plasma concentrations are reached within 2-4 hours post-oral dosing. The compound shows good tissue distribution, with accumulation in tumor tissues. The elimination half-life ranges from 4-8 hours depending on dose. SN-40 is primarily metabolized by hepatic CYP enzymes.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
Toxicity studies in rodents at therapeutic doses (up to 50 mg/kg) show a tolerable safety profile with no significant adverse effects on body weight or major organ function. At higher doses (>100 mg/kg), mild gastrointestinal distress may occur. Standard safety precautions for laboratory chemicals should be followed. SN-40 is for research use only, not for human therapy.
References

[1]. Preparation of amino acids as inhibitors of alanine serine cysteine transporter 2. World Intellectual Property Organization, WO2022087630 A1 2022-04-28.

Additional Infomation
This is a research-grade inhibitor, not an approved drug. It is used to study the role of amino acid transporters in cancer metabolism and as a tool for developing AAT-targeted anticancer therapies. Molecular formula: C18H20N2O2; molecular weight: 296.36. Purity: ≥98%. Also known as SN40. Protect from light during storage.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C18H20N2O2
Molecular Weight
296.363604545593
Exact Mass
296.152
CAS #
2768663-14-3
Related CAS #
SN40 hydrochloride; 2768663-15-4
PubChem CID
164516873
Appearance
White to off-white solid powder
LogP
0
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
3
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
4
Rotatable Bond Count
5
Heavy Atom Count
22
Complexity
360
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
2
SMILES
C1[C@@H](CN[C@@H]1C(=O)O)NCC2=CC=C(C=C2)C3=CC=CC=C3
InChi Key
FKDKNHWXEJUEMP-IRXDYDNUSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C18H20N2O2/c21-18(22)17-10-16(12-20-17)19-11-13-6-8-15(9-7-13)14-4-2-1-3-5-14/h1-9,16-17,19-20H,10-12H2,(H,21,22)/t16-,17-/m0/s1
Chemical Name
(2S,4S)-4-[(4-phenylphenyl)methylamino]pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
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

Note: This product requires protection from light (avoid light exposure) during transportation and storage.
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: ~10 mg/mL (~33.7 mM; with ultrasonication)
Solubility (In Vivo)
Solubility in Formulation 1: 1 mg/mL (3.37 mM) in 10% DMSO + 40% PEG300 + 5% Tween-80 + 45% Saline (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), Clear solution; with ultrasonication.
For example, if 1 mL of working solution is to be prepared, you can add 100 μL of DMSO stock solution (10.0 mg/mL) to 400 μL of PEG300 and mix well; then add 50 μL of Tween-80 and mix well; finally add 450 μL of physiological saline and 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: 1 mg/mL (3.37 mM) in 10% DMSO + 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline) (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), Clear solution; with ultrasonication.
For example, if 1 mL of working solution is to be prepared, you can add 100 μL of DMSO stock solution (10.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL of 20% SBE-β-CD saline and mix well.
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.

Solubility in Formulation 3: 1 mg/mL (3.37 mM) in 10% DMSO + 90% Corn Oil (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), Clear solution; with ultrasonication.
For example, if 1 mL of working solution is to be prepared, you can add 100 μL of DMSO stock solution (10.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL of corn oil and mix well.

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Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 3.3743 mL 16.8714 mL 33.7427 mL
5 mM 0.6749 mL 3.3743 mL 6.7485 mL
10 mM 0.3374 mL 1.6871 mL 3.3743 mL

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