Danthron

• CAT Number: I000607
• CAS Number: 117-10-2
• Molecular Formula: C14H8O4
• Molecular Weight: 240.21
• Purity: ≥95%
• Target: PI3K/Akt/mTOR
• Solubility: DMSO:42mg/mL
• Storage: 2-8°C
• IUPAC Name: 1,8-dihydroxyanthracene-9,10-dione
• InChI: InChI=1S/C14H8O4/c15-9-5-1-3-7-11(9)14(18)12-8(13(7)17)4-2-6-10(12)16/h1-6,15-16H
• InChIKey: QBPFLULOKWLNNW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC2=C(C(=C1)O)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C=CC=C3O

Danthron（Cat No.:I000607）is an anthraquinone derivative with laxative properties, primarily used to stimulate bowel movements by increasing intestinal peristalsis. It acts as a stimulant laxative by irritating the colon lining, promoting water and electrolyte secretion, and accelerating bowel evacuation. While once commonly used in over-the-counter laxative formulations, Danthron has been largely restricted due to concerns about its potential carcinogenicity in long-term use. Despite its decline in therapeutic applications, Danthron remains a useful chemical in research for studying intestinal motility and its mechanisms of action.