MedKoo Cat#: 145803 | Name: Okanin

Description:

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Okanin is a naturally occurring flavonoid compound found in certain plants, particularly in the genus Okinawense and other species from the Asteraceae family. It has been studied for its potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. Okanin is also of interest for its possible neuroprotective effects, with some research suggesting that it may help in protecting nerve cells from damage due to oxidative stress.

Chemical Structure

Okanin
Okanin
CAS#484-76-4

Theoretical Analysis

MedKoo Cat#: 145803

Name: Okanin

CAS#: 484-76-4

Chemical Formula: C15H12O6

Exact Mass: 288.0600

Molecular Weight: 288.26

Elemental Analysis: C, 62.50; H, 4.20; O, 33.30

Price and Availability

This product is currently not in stock but may be available through custom synthesis. To ensure cost efficiency, the minimum order quantity is 1 gram. The estimated lead time is 2 to 4 months, with pricing dependent on the complexity of the synthesis (typically high for intricate chemistries). Quotes for quantities below 1 gram will not be provided. To request a quote, please click the button below. Note: If this product becomes available in stock in the future, pricing will be listed accordingly.
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Synonym
Okanin; NSC-93087; NSC93087; NSC 93087;
IUPAC/Chemical Name
(E)-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-1-(2,3,4-trihydroxyphenyl)prop-2-en-1-one
InChi Key
GSBNFGRTUCCBTK-DAFODLJHSA-N
InChi Code
1S/C15H12O6/c16-10(9-3-6-12(18)15(21)14(9)20)4-1-8-2-5-11(17)13(19)7-8/h1-7,17-21H/b4-1+
SMILES Code
OC1=C(O)C=C(\C=C\C(=O)C2=C(O)C(O)=C(O)C=C2)C=C1
Appearance
To be determined
Purity
>98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)
Shipping Condition
Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical. This product is stable enough for a few weeks during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs.
Storage Condition
Dry, dark and at 0 -4 C for short term (days to weeks) or -20 C for long term(months to years).
Solubility
To be determined
Shelf Life
>2 years if stored properly
Drug Formulation
To be determined
Stock Solution Storage
0 - 4 C for short term (days to weeks), or -20 C for long term (months).
HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001
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Preparing Stock Solutions

The following data is based on the product molecular weight 288.26 Batch specific molecular weights may vary from batch to batch due to the degree of hydration, which will affect the solvent volumes required to prepare stock solutions.

Recalculate based on batch purity %
Concentration / Solvent Volume / Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 1.15 mL 5.76 mL 11.51 mL
5 mM 0.23 mL 1.15 mL 2.3 mL
10 mM 0.12 mL 0.58 mL 1.15 mL
50 mM 0.02 mL 0.12 mL 0.23 mL
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