Benzanthronyl is an aromatic compound often studied for its potential antimicrobial and anticancer properties. It is believed to exert its effects through the inhibition of cell division and induction of apoptosis (programmed cell death) in cancer cells, making it a potential candidate for cancer therapy. The mechanism of benzanthronyl involves intercalating into DNA strands, disrupting their structure and preventing proper replication, which ultimately leads to cell death. Additionally, due to its antimicrobial properties, it has been investigated for use in treating infections, though more research is needed to fully explore its therapeutic potential.
MedKoo Cat#: 145889
Name: Benzanthronyl
CAS#: 116-90-5
Chemical Formula: C34H18O2
Exact Mass: 458.1300
Molecular Weight: 458.52
Elemental Analysis: C, 89.06; H, 3.96; O, 6.98
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 458.52 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.
| 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 |
