CAS 7562-61-0

(R)-Usnic acid

Description:

(R)-Usnic acid is a naturally occurring compound classified as a dibenzofuran derivative, primarily extracted from various lichen species. It is known for its distinctive yellow to orange color and exhibits a complex molecular structure characterized by multiple aromatic rings. This compound has garnered attention for its potential biological activities, including antimicrobial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a subject of interest in pharmacological research. (R)-Usnic acid is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water, which influences its bioavailability and application in medicinal formulations. Additionally, it has been studied for its potential use in cosmetic products due to its antioxidant properties. However, caution is advised as high doses of usnic acid have been associated with hepatotoxicity in some cases. Overall, (R)-Usnic acid represents a fascinating example of a natural product with diverse applications and significant biological relevance, warranting further investigation into its mechanisms of action and safety profile.

Formula: C₁₈H₁₆O₇

InChI: InChI=1/C18H16O7/c1-6-14(22)12(8(3)20)16-13(15(6)23)18(4)10(25-16)5-9(21)11(7(2)19)17(18)24/h5,21-23H,1-4H3/t18-/m0/s1

InChI key: InChIKey=CUCUKLJLRRAKFN-MCEAHNFKSA-N

SMILES: C[C@@]12C=3C(OC1=CC(=O)C(C(C)=O)C2=O)=C(C(C)=O)C(O)=C(C)C3O

Synonyms:

• (+)-Usniacin
• (+)-Usnic Acid From Usnea Dasypoga
• (+)-Usninic acid
• (9BR)-2,6-diacetyl-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyldibenzofuran-1,3-dione
• (9bR)-2,6-Diacetyl-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyl-1,3(2H,9bH)-dibenzofurandione
• (9bR)-2,6-diacetyl-3,7,9-trihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyldibenzo[b,d]furan-1(9bH)-one
• (9bS)-2,6-diacetyl-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyldibenzo[b,d]furan-1,3(2H,9bH)-dione
• (R)-Usnic acid
• 1,3(2H,9bH)-Dibenzofurandione, 2,6-diacetyl-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyl-, (9bR)-
• 2,6-diacetyl-3,7,9-trihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyldibenzo[b,d]furan-1(9bH)-one
• 2,6-diacetyl-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyldibenzo[b,d]furan-1,3(2H,9bH)-dione
• Antibiotic lichen acid
• L/D-Usnic acid
• NSC 685596
• Plus-Usnic Acid
• Usinic Acid
• Usnic Acid
• Usnic acid, (R)-
• d-Usnic acid
• d-Usninic acid
• 6-diacetyl-8,9b-dimethyl-1,7,9-trihydroxy-d-3(9bh)-dibenzofuranon
• 6-diacetyl-1,7,9-trihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyl-d-3(9bh)-dibenzofuranon
• d-usninicacid
• (+)-Usnein
• (+)-USNEIN
• DIFFRACTIC ACID(SH)
• TIMTEC-BB SBB006458
• (r)-usnicaci
• (R)-Usnicacid
• 2,6-DIACETYL-7,9-DIHYDROXY-8,9B-DIMETHYLDIBENZOFURAN-1,3(2H,9BH)-DIONE
• D-2,6-DIACETYL-7,9-DIHYDROXY-8,9BETA-DIMETHYL-1,3[2H,9BH]-DIBENZOFURANDIONE
• (USNEA DASYPOGA EXTRACT)(+) USNIC ACID 98%
• 3(2h,9bh)-dibenzofurandione,2,6-diacetyl-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyl-(9b

(+)-Usnic Acid

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Formula: C₁₈H₁₆O₇

Purity: >98.0%(T)(HPLC)

Color and Shape: Light orange to Yellow to Green powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 344.32

Ref: 3B-U0023

(+)-Usnic acid, 98%

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It is used as primary and secondary intermediate. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not chan

Formula: C₁₈H₁₆O₇

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 344.32

Ref: 02-H56612

(+)-Usnic acid

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(+)-Usnic acid analytical standard provided with chromatographic purity, to be used as reference material for qualitative determination.

Formula: C₁₈H₁₆O₇

Purity: (HPLC) ≥90%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 344.33

Ref: 11-6169

(+)-usnic acid

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Formula: C₁₈H₁₆O₇

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 344.3154

Ref: IN-DA005AO2

(+)-Usnic acid

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(+)-Usnic acid

Purity: ≥95%

Molecular weight: 344.32g/mol

Ref: 54-BUP19567

(+)-Usnic Acid

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(+)-Usnic Acid

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 344.32g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1007787

(+)-Usnic acid

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Formula: C₁₈H₁₆O₇

Purity: (Titration) ≥ 98.0%

Color and Shape: Yellow or yellow-green powder

Molecular weight: 344.32

Ref: 7W-GL7349

(+)-Usnic acid

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(+)-Usnic acid (D-Usnic Acid) is a naturally occurring dibenzofuran derivative found in several lichen species.

Formula: C₁₈H₁₆O₇

Purity: 98.22%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 344.32

Ref: TM-T6354

(+)-usnic acid

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Oxygen-heterocyclic compound

Formula: C₁₈H₁₆O₇

Purity: ≥ 98.0 % (HPLC)

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 344.32

Ref: 5G-89818

(+)-Usnic acid From Usnea Dasypoga

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(+)-Usnic acid is a naturally occurring dibenzofuran derivative, which is isolated from the lichen Usnea dasypoga. It functions as a secondary metabolite produced by lichens. The mode of action of (+)-Usnic acid is primarily its ability to uncouple oxidative phosphorylation in mitochondria, which disrupts the proton gradient and ATP production, leading to antimicrobial and antifungal effects.

Formula: C₁₈H₁₆O₇

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 344.32 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FU52510

(+)- Usnic Acid, 98%

CAS: 7562-61-0

Formula: C₁₈H₁₆O₇

Purity: min. 95%

Color and Shape: Yellow, Crystalline compound

Molecular weight: 344.32

Ref: SR-24436

(9bR)-2,6-diacetyl-1,7,9-trihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyldibenzo[b,d]furan-3(9bH)-one

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Formula: C₁₈H₁₆O₇

Purity: ≥98%

Molecular weight: 344.319

Ref: 10-F370554