LACTUCIN

• CAT Number: M119344
• CAS Number: 1891-29-8
• Molecular Formula: C15H16O5
• Molecular Weight: 276.28
• Purity: ≥95%
• Target: Anti-infection
• Storage: Store at RT
• IUPAC Name: (3aR,4S,9aS,9bR)-4-hydroxy-9-(hydroxymethyl)-6-methyl-3-methylidene-4,5,9a,9b-tetrahydro-3aH-azuleno[4,5-b]furan-2,7-dione
• InChI: InChI=1S/C15H16O5/c1-6-3-9(17)12-7(2)15(19)20-14(12)13-8(5-16)4-10(18)11(6)13/h4,9,12-14,16-17H,2-3,5H2,1H3/t9-,12+,13-,14-/m0/s1
• InChIKey: VJQAFLAZRVKAKM-VZLIPTOUSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=C2C(C3C(C(C1)O)C(=C)C(=O)O3)C(=CC2=O)CO

Lactucin（Cat No.:M119344） is a sesquiterpene lactone found in certain plants, particularly in species of the Lactuca genus, such as lettuce (Lactuca sativa). It is known for its bitter taste and is often responsible for the bitter flavor of lettuce varieties. Lactucin has been studied for its potential health benefits, including its sedative and analgesic properties. It is believed to act on the central nervous system, potentially exerting mild sedative effects. Lactucin is also being investigated for its possible anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties, although further research is needed to fully understand its mechanisms of action and potential therapeutic applications.