Islandicin | CAS#476-56-2 | anthraquinone

MedKoo Cat#: 146224 | Name: Islandicin

Description:

WARNING: This product is for research use only, not for human or veterinary use.

Islandicin is an anthraquinone compound naturally found in certain lichen and fungal species. It exhibits antimicrobial, antifungal, and potential anticancer activities, making it a compound of interest in pharmaceutical and natural product research. The mechanism of action is believed to involve intercalation into DNA, inhibition of key enzymes, and disruption of microbial cell functions. Its ability to interfere with cellular replication and oxidative processes contributes to its biological effects and potential therapeutic applications.

Chemical Structure

Islandicin

CAS#476-56-2

Theoretical Analysis

MedKoo Cat#: 146224

Name: Islandicin

CAS#: 476-56-2

Chemical Formula: C15H10O5

Exact Mass: 270.0528

Molecular Weight: 270.24

Elemental Analysis: C, 66.67; H, 3.73; O, 29.60

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

Islandicin;

IUPAC/Chemical Name

1,4,5-trihydroxy-2-methylanthracene-9,10-dione

InChi Key

FHFHNVHRVKQQHN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChi Code

1S/C15H10O5/c1-6-5-9(17)11-12(13(6)18)14(19)7-3-2-4-8(16)10(7)15(11)20/h2-5,16-18H,1H3

SMILES Code

CC1=CC(O)=C2C(=O)C3=C(C=CC=C3O)C(=O)C2=C1O

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 270.24 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

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