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Alternate Names: DTXSID301001278, Phaeomelanins, 2,7-Dihydro-3,8-dimethylanthra[1,9-bc:5,10-b'c']dipyrrole-4,5,9,10-tetrone
CAS No: 8049-97-6
PubChem CID: 6325610
Mol Formula: C18H10N2O4
Mol Weight: 318.3 g/mol
IUPAC Name: 6,14-dimethyl-4,12-diazapentacyclo[8.6.1.12,5.013,17.09,18]octadeca-1(17),2,5,9(18),10,13-hexaene-7,8,15,16-tetrone
API Description: Melanin primarily functions as a pigment and protects against UV radiation. It provides pigmentation to skin, eyes, and hair, and also absorbs harmful UV rays, preventing them from damaging cells. Additionally, melanin can scavenge reactive oxygen species (ROS), which contribute to cellular damage and aging.
