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Deoxyshikonin

SKU 90036466 CAS 43043-74-9 Available on enquiry

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Deoxyshikonin is a naturally occurring 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 for its bioactive potential. Available with CAS number 43043-74-9, this compound is supplied in high purity. Molekula supplies Deoxyshikonin 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: 90036466
CAS Number: 43043-74-9
IUPAC Name: 5,8-dihydroxy-2-(4-methylpent-3-enyl)naphthalene-1,4-dione
Exact Mass: 272.1049
SMILES: CC(=CCCC1=CC(=O)C2=C(C=CC(=C2C1=O)O)O)C
InChIKey: VOMDIEGPEURZJO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C16H16O4/c1-9(2)4-3-5-10-8-13(19)14-11(17)6-7-12(18)15(14)16(10)20/h4,6-8,17-18H,3,5H2,1-2H3
PubChem CID: 98914

Synonyms

1,4-Naphthalenedione, 5,8-dihydroxy-2-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-
5,8-Dihydroxy-2-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)naphthoquinone #
5,8-dihydroxy-2-(4-methylpent-3-en-1-yl)-1,4-dihydronaphthalene-1,4-dione
5,8-dihydroxy-2-(4-methylpent-3-enyl)naphthalene-1,4-dione
Arnebin 7

Frequently asked questions

What is deoxyshikonin used for?

Deoxyshikonin is primarily studied for its potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer properties, often explored in pharmaceutical and cosmetic research.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of deoxyshikonin?

The chemical formula is C₁₆H₁₆O₄, and the molecular weight is approximately 272.30 g/mol.

What grade or purity is available for deoxyshikonin?

Molekula supplies deoxyshikonin in analytical standard grade (≥98% purity). Higher purity or custom grades may be available upon request.

Can Molekula supply deoxyshikonin in bulk quantities?

Yes, bulk quantities of deoxyshikonin are available—please contact us for pricing, lead times, and minimum order quantities.

What documentation comes with an order of deoxyshikonin?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a batch-specific analytical report for traceability.

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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.