Aloe Emodin 1-Glucoside

• CAT Number: C000549
• CAS Number: 266997-58-4
• Molecular Formula: C₂₁H₂₀O₁₀
• Molecular Weight: 432.38
• Purity: ≥95%
• Solubility: DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
• Appearance: Yellow Solid
• Storage: -20°C, Hygroscopic

Aloe Emodin 1-Glucoside (CAT: C000549) is an unintended byproduct encountered during the synthesis of Aloe Emodin 8-Glucoside. The latter compound, an anthraquinone glycoside, has garnered attention for its potential as an antioxidant and neuroprotective agent. Despite being an impurity, Aloe Emodin 1-Glucoside’s presence serves as a reminder of the intricacies of chemical synthesis, highlighting the importance of precise reaction conditions and purification steps.

Reference

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