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Acetylshikonin

SKU 90036462 CAS 24502-78-1 Available on enquiry

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Acetylshikonin is a natural naphthoquinone compound derived from plants of the Boraginaceae family, known for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. It is used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic research. Available with CAS number 24502-78-1, it is supplied in high purity. Molekula supplies Acetylshikonin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90036462
CAS Number: 24502-78-1
IUPAC Name: [(1R)-1-(5,8-dihydroxy-1,4-dioxonaphthalen-2-yl)-4-methylpent-3-enyl] acetate
Exact Mass: 330.1103
SMILES: CC(=CC[C@H](C1=CC(=O)C2=C(C=CC(=C2C1=O)O)O)OC(=O)C)C
InChIKey: WNFXUXZJJKTDOZ-OAHLLOKOSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C18H18O6/c1-9(2)4-7-15(24-10(3)19)11-8-14(22)16-12(20)5-6-13(21)17(16)18(11)23/h4-6,8,15,20-21H,7H2,1-3H3/t15-/m1/s1
PubChem CID: 479501

Synonyms

(1-(5,8-dihydroxy-1,4-dioxonaphthalen-2-yl)-4-methylpent-3-enyl) acetate
[(1R)-1-(5,8-dihydroxy-1,4-dioxo-2-naphthyl)-4-methyl-pent-3-enyl] acetate
[(1R)-1-(5,8-dihydroxy-1,4-dioxonaphthalen-2-yl)-4-methylpent-3-enyl] acetate
1,4-Naphthalenedione, 2-(1-(acetyloxy)-4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-5,8-dihydroxy-, (R)-

Frequently asked questions

What is Acetylshikonin used for?

Acetylshikonin is primarily used in research related to anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer properties, particularly in natural product and pharmaceutical studies.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Acetylshikonin?

The chemical formula is C18H18O6 and the molecular weight is approximately 330.3 g/mol.

How should Acetylshikonin be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture; recommended storage temperature is 2–8 °C.

What grade of Acetylshikonin is available?

Available in research grade; purity is typically ≥95% as determined by HPLC.

Can Molekula supply Acetylshikonin in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Acetylshikonin in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of Acetylshikonin?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.