Melanin mainly 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. The directory classifies it as a unknown/inactive API with a natural source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Phaeomelanins and Melanins. Its PubChem CID is 6325610.
Melanins
| CAS No | 8049-97-6 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C18H10N2O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 318.30g/mol |
| Synonyms | 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 |
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Melanin mainly 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.
The listed CAS number is 8049-97-6.
The listed molecular formula is C18H10N2O4.
The listed molecular weight is 318.30g/mol.
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.
The source lists Phaeomelanins and Melanins.