Monascorubrin
Molecular Formula
C23H26O5
M.W.
382.40
CAS number
13283-90-4
Details
Source
Monascus pilosus
Fermentek product Code
MOR-001
Brand/grade
For research
Specifications
Appearance
Orange Powder
Purity by HPLC
≥ 98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
Single spot on TLC plates, by multiple methods.
Solubility test
Clear orange to dark orange solution at 10mg/ml of DMSO or Methanol
Chemical identification
Names and identifiers
Synonyms:
- Monascorubrin
- Monasred
Chemical names:
IUPAC:
- 9a-Methyl-3-octanoyl-6-[(1E)-1-propen-1-yl]-2H-furo[3,2-g]isochromene-2,9(9aH)-dione
RTECS# Not listed
EU number
Not on ECHA as on 11-2023
Chemical name
9a-Methyl-3-octanoyl-6-[(1E)-1-propen-1-yl]-2H-furo[3,2-g]isochromene-2,9(9aH)-dione
Description
An orange pigment from Monascus pilosus, exhibiting anti-tumor activity.
InChl Key
IIPVSGPTPPURBD-HAOIVFDCSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCCCC(=O)C1=C2C=C3C=C(OC=C3C(=O)C2(OC1=O)C)C=CC
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCCCCC(=O)C1=C2C=C3C=C(OC=C3C(=O)[C@@]2(OC1=O)C)/C=C/C
Further Information
Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Open carefully.
Protect from light !
Keep the lid tightly closed.
Other vendors may recommend higher temperatures for storage.
Protect from moisture!
Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not for Human or Drug use
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Composition
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
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