Kinetin

Synonym(s):6-Furfurylaminopurine;FAP;N⁶-Furfuryladenine;Seprase

CAS NO.：525-79-1
Empirical Formula: C10H9N5O
Molecular Weight: 215.21
MDL number: MFCD00005571
EINECS: 208-382-2
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-04-26 14:09:12

What is Kinetin?

Description

Kinetin (or Vivakin) was introduced as Kinerase in the US as a new ingredient for the treatment of age related photodamage of skin. This 6- furfurylaminopurine is a synthetic cytokinin, a family of plant growth factors, and was shown to be a highly potent growth factor. In vitro, it was able to delay or prevent the onset of age-related changes in skin cells without affecting cellular lifespan. In a double-blind clinical trial, Kinetin (0.005%) partially reversed the clinical signs of photodamaged skin and demonstrated a good safety profile. It could have potential in psoriasis as well as in other proliferative skin disorders.

The Uses of Kinetin

Kinetin acts as plant growth accelerator, auxin, plant growth regulator, plant cell division promotor. It also acts as cell division factor found in various plant parts and in yeast. A plant growth regulator. Augments growth of microbial cultures.

Background

Kinetin is a cytokinin which are plant hormones promotes cell division and plant growth. It was shown to naturally exist in DNA of organisms including humans and various plants. While kinetin is used in tissue cultures to produce new plants, it is also found in cosmetic products as an anti-aging agents.

What are the applications of Application

Kinetin is a plant growth regulator

Metabolism

Not Available

Properties of Kinetin

Melting point:	269-271 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling point:	355.49°C (rough estimate)
Density	1.2639 (rough estimate)
Flash point:	269-271°C
storage temp.	-70°C
solubility	H₂O: soluble
form	crystalline
color	white
Water Solubility	Soluble in water (<1 mg/ml) at 25°C, Acetic acid (49.00-51.00 mg/ml), DMSO (43 mg/ml) at 25°C, ethanol (<1 mg/ml) at 25°C, 0.1 N Sodium hydroxide (1% w/v), methanol (slightly), and dilute aqueous hydrochloric acid or sodium hydroxide (freely).

Safety information for Kinetin

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.