CAS 95851-40-4

Momordin I

Description:

Momordin I is a triterpenoid saponin derived from the fruit of the Momordica charantia, commonly known as bitter melon. This compound is characterized by its complex structure, which includes a steroid-like backbone and sugar moieties, contributing to its biological activity. Momordin I exhibits various pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and potential antidiabetic effects. It has been studied for its ability to modulate glucose metabolism and improve insulin sensitivity, making it of interest in diabetes research. Additionally, Momordin I may possess cytotoxic effects against certain cancer cell lines, indicating its potential as an anticancer agent. The compound's solubility and stability can vary depending on the formulation and conditions, which is important for its application in therapeutic contexts. Overall, Momordin I represents a significant area of interest in natural product chemistry and pharmacology, with ongoing research aimed at elucidating its mechanisms of action and potential health benefits.

Formula: C₄₁H₆₄O₁₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C41H64O13/c1-36(2)14-16-41(35(49)50)17-15-39(6)20(21(41)18-36)8-9-24-38(5)12-11-25(37(3,4)23(38)10-13-40(24,39)7)52-34-29(46)30(28(45)31(54-34)32(47)48)53-33-27(44)26(43)22(42)19-51-33/h8,21-31,33-34,42-46H,9-19H2,1-7H3,(H,47,48)(H,49,50)/t21-,22-,23-,24+,25-,26-,27+,28-,29+,30-,31-,33-,34+,38-,39+,40+,41-/m0/s1

InChI key: InChIKey=HWYBGIDROCYPOE-UDXSKONJSA-N

SMILES: C[C@]12[C@@]3(C)C([C@]4([C@@](C(O)=O)(CC3)CCC(C)(C)C4)[H])=CC[C@@]1([C@]5(C)[C@@](CC2)(C(C)(C)[C@@H](O[C@H]6[C@H](O)[C@@H](O[C@H]7[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@@H](O)CO7)[C@H](O)[C@@H](C(O)=O)O6)CC5)[H])[H]

Synonyms:

• Momordin I
• β-D-Glucopyranosiduronic acid, (3β)-17-carboxy-28-norolean-12-en-3-yl 3-O-α-L-arabinopyranosyl-
• Hemsloside Am1
• (+)-Momordin I
• (3β)-17-Carboxy-28-norolean-12-en-3-yl 3-O-α-L-arabinopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranosiduronic acid

Momordin I

CAS: 95851-40-4

Momordin I is a useful organic compound for research related to life sciences. The catalog number is T123851 and the CAS number is 95851-40-4.

Formula: C₄₁H₆₄O₁₃

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 764.95

Ref: TM-T123851