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Shikonin
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Shikonin is a naturally occurring naphthoquinone pigment used primarily in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development for its potential anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. It also serves as a red pigment and mordant dye that gives violet to gray shades on fabrics such as silk, and is produced commercially as a colorant for cosmetics. This compound is identified by CAS number 517-89-5 and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Shikonin 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.
Overview
- SKU
- 90035959
- CAS Number
- 517-89-5
- IUPAC Name
- 5,8-dihydroxy-2-[(1R)-1-hydroxy-4-methylpent-3-enyl]naphthalene-1,4-dione
- Exact Mass
- 288.0998
- SMILES
- CC(=CC[C@H](C1=CC(=O)C2=C(C=CC(=C2C1=O)O)O)O)C
- InChIKey
- NEZONWMXZKDMKF-SNVBAGLBSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C16H16O5/c1-8(2)3-4-10(17)9-7-13(20)14-11(18)5-6-12(19)15(14)16(9)21/h3,5-7,10,17-19H,4H2,1-2H3/t10-/m1/s1
- PubChem CID
- 479503
Synonyms
- (+)-5,8-Dihydroxy-2-(1-hydroxy-4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-1,4-naphthoquinone
- (R)-(+)-Shikonin
- 1,4-naphthalenedione, 5,8-dihydroxy-2-((1r)-1-hydroxy-4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-
- 1,4-Naphthalenedione, 5,8-dihydroxy-2-(1-hydroxy-4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-, (R)-
- 1,4-NAPHTHOQUINONE, 5,8-DIHYDROXY-2-(1-HYDROXY-4-METHYL-3-PENTENYL)-, (+)-
- 5,8-dihydroxy-2-[(1R)-1-hydroxy-4-methylpent-3-enyl]naphthalene-1,4-dione
- C.I. 75535
- Isoarnebin 4
- Shikonine
- Tokyo Violet
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- White or slightly yellow crystalline powder
- Melting Point
- 147 °C
- Density
- 1.373 g/cm³
Source: PubChem CID 479503 (HSDB)
Frequently asked questions
What is Shikonin used for?
Shikonin is a naturally occurring naphthoquinone pigment often used in research for its potential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Shikonin?
Shikonin has the chemical formula C16H16O5 and a molecular weight of 288.30 g/mol.
How should Shikonin be stored?
Shikonin should be stored in a cool, dry place, typically protected from light and under inert atmosphere to maintain its stability.
What grade of Shikonin is available?
Please contact our sales team or check the product page on our website for the specific purity and grade currently in stock.
Can Molekula supply Shikonin in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Shikonin in bulk quantities to meet your research or manufacturing requirements; please contact us for a quote.
What documentation comes with the order?
All orders are supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full traceability and compliance.
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.