Isobutyrylshikonin

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  • CAT Number: R072557
  • CAS Number: 52438-12-7
  • PubChem Substance ID: 479500
  • Molecular Formula: C20H22O6
  • Molecular Weight: 358.39
  • Purity: ≥95%
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Isobutyrylshikonin is a naturally occurring naphthoquinone derivative extracted from the roots of Lithospermum erythrorhizon, commonly used in traditional medicine and pharmaceutical research. It possesses various bioactive properties, including anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antimicrobial effects. Isobutyrylshikonin inhibits tumor growth by inducing apoptosis and inhibiting angiogenesis, making it a valuable compound in cancer research. Its anti-inflammatory activity also supports its use in skin care formulations and wound healing. This compound continues to be studied for its potential therapeutic applications in modern medicine.


Catalog Number R072557
CAS Number 52438-12-7
Molecular Formula C20H22O6
Purity ≥95%
Target Disease Research Fields
IUPAC Name [(1R)-1-(5,8-dihydroxy-1,4-dioxonaphthalen-2-yl)-4-methylpent-3-enyl] 2-methylpropanoate
InChI InChI=1S/C20H22O6/c1-10(2)5-8-16(26-20(25)11(3)4)12-9-15(23)17-13(21)6-7-14(22)18(17)19(12)24/h5-7,9,11,16,21-22H,8H2,1-4H3/t16-/m1/s1
InChIKey BVRYLTBIGIAADD-MRXNPFEDSA-N
SMILES CC(C)C(=O)OC(CC=C(C)C)C1=CC(=O)C2=C(C=CC(=C2C1=O)O)O

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