CAS 18887-19-9

Methyl tanshinonate

Description:

Methyl tanshinonate is an organic compound derived from the roots of the Salvia miltiorrhiza plant, commonly known as Danshen. It is classified as a phenolic compound and is known for its potential pharmacological properties, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cardioprotective effects. The molecular structure of methyl tanshinonate features a methoxy group attached to a tanshinone backbone, contributing to its biological activity. This compound is often studied for its role in traditional medicine and its potential applications in modern therapeutics, particularly in cardiovascular health. Methyl tanshinonate is typically characterized by its solubility in organic solvents and its relatively low solubility in water, which is common for many phenolic compounds. Its stability and reactivity can be influenced by environmental factors such as pH and temperature. Research continues to explore its mechanisms of action and therapeutic potential, making it a subject of interest in both pharmacognosy and medicinal chemistry.

Formula: C₂₀H₁₈O₅

InChI: InChI=1S/C20H18O5/c1-10-9-25-18-12-6-7-13-11(15(12)17(22)16(21)14(10)18)5-4-8-20(13,2)19(23)24-3/h6-7,9H,4-5,8H2,1-3H3/t20-/m0/s1

InChI key: InChIKey=YFDKIHAZVQFLRC-FQEVSTJZSA-N

SMILES: O=C1C=2C(C3=C(C1=O)C(C)=CO3)=CC=C4C2CCC[C@@]4(C(OC)=O)C

Synonyms:

• Phenanthro[1,2-b]furan-6-carboxylic acid, 6,7,8,9,10,11-hexahydro-1,6-dimethyl-10,11-dioxo-, methyl ester, (S)-
• Phenanthro[1,2-b]furan-6-carboxylic acid, 6,7,8,9,10,11-hexahydro-1,6-dimethyl-10,11-dioxo-, methyl ester, (6S)-
• Methyl tanshinonate
• Methyl tanshinate
• (-)-6,7,8,9,10,11-Hexahydro-1,6-dimethyl-10,11-dioxophenanthro[1,2-b]furan-6-carboxylic acid methyl ester
• methyl (-)-(S)-tanshinonate
• 6,7,8,9,10,11-Hexahydro-1,6-dimethyl-10,11-dioxophenanthro[1,2-b]furan-6-carboxylic acid methyl ester
• METHYL TANSHINONATE USP/EP/BP

Methyl tanshinonate

CAS: 18887-19-9

Methyl tanshinonate has antioxidant activity, it can treat psoriasis.

Formula: C₂₀H₁₈O₅

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 338.35

Ref: TM-TMA0394

Methyl tanshinonate

CAS: 18887-19-9

Methyl tanshinonate is a bioactive compound, which is a naturally occurring diterpenoid ester derived from the roots of the plant Salvia miltiorrhiza, commonly known as Danshen. This compound exhibits a variety of biological effects due to its interaction with cellular signaling pathways. Its mode of action is primarily through the modulation of inflammatory mediators and oxidative stress pathways, as well as influencing cell proliferation and apoptosis mechanisms.

Formula: C₂₀H₁₈O₅

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 338.40 g/mol

Ref: 3D-TAA88719