Ascochlorin

• CAT Number: R003136
• CAS Number: 26166-39-2
• PubChem Substance ID: 11258227
• Molecular Formula: C23H29CIO4
• Molecular Weight: 404.9
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Antibiotic LL-Z1272γ;Ilicicolin D;NSC 287492
• Appearance: White Powder
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 5-chloro-2,4-dihydroxy-6-methyl-3-[(2E,4E)-3-methyl-5-[(1R,2R,6R)-1,2,6-trimethyl-3-oxocyclohexyl]penta-2,4-dienyl]benzaldehyde
• InChI: InChI=1S/C23H29ClO4/c1-13(10-11-23(5)14(2)7-9-19(26)16(23)4)6-8-17-21(27)18(12-25)15(3)20(24)22(17)28/h6,10-12,14,16,27-28H,7-9H2,1-5H3/b11-10+,13-6+/t14-,16+,23+/m1/s1
• InChIKey: SETVRSKZJJWOPA-FLDGXQSCSA-N
• SMILES: CC1CCC(=O)C(C1(C)C=CC(=CCC2=C(C(=C(C(=C2O)Cl)C)C=O)O)C)C

Ascochlorin is a natural isoprenoid antibiotic produced by certain fungal species, particularly Ascochyta viciae. It exhibits a broad range of biological activities, including anticancer, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties. Ascochlorin inhibits mitochondrial electron transport and regulates cellular signaling pathways, making it a compound of interest in pharmaceutical research. Its unique structure and bioactivity have led to its investigation as a potential therapeutic agent for treating cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and infections, highlighting its significance in drug discovery and development.