Basic Information:
Product name: Indole-3-carbinol
CAS:700-06-1
Other names: 3-Indolylcarbinol; 1H-Indole-3-methanol; 3-Hydroxymethylindole; 3-Indolemethanol; Indole-3-methanol; I3C, indol 3 Karbinol
Molecular Formula: C9H9NO
Molecular Weight: 147.17
Storage: Store in a well closed dry place with constant low temperature (2~ 8ºC) and no direct sun light.
Function:
Chemopreventive Agent: It may reduce the risk of cancer by modulating various detoxification enzymes, promoting the elimination of carcinogens.
Hormonal Balance: I3C can influence estrogen metabolism, potentially helping to balance hormone levels and reduce estrogen dominance.
Antioxidant Properties: Acts as an antioxidant, protecting cells from oxidative stress.
Modulation of Cellular Processes: Influences various cellular pathways including cell cycle regulation and apoptosis (programmed cell death).
Application:
Dietary Supplements:
Cancer Prevention: Used as a supplement to potentially lower the risk of hormone-related cancers, such as breast, cervical, and prostate cancers.
Hormonal Health: Formulated in supplements aimed at promoting hormonal balance, particularly in women experiencing estrogen dominance or in menopause support products.
Detoxification: Included in detox supplements for its role in enhancing the body's elimination of toxins.
Pharmaceutical Industry:
Drug Research: Investigated in clinical studies and pharmaceutical research for its potential therapeutic effects in cancer prevention and treatment, as well as for its influence on hormonal pathways.
