Anthothecol

CAS: 10410-83-0

Ref. 3D-XA161655

Product Information

• Name: Anthothecol
• Synonyms: 17-(furan-3-yl)-6-hydroxy-4,4,8-trimethyl-3,7-dioxo-14,15-epoxyandrosta-1,5-dien-11-yl acetate
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Anthothecol is a limonoid compound, which is a type of triterpenoid. It is derived from various plant sources, specifically the Meliaceae family, known for their rich secondary metabolite content. Anthothecol’s mode of action involves inhibiting the growth and proliferation of malaria parasites, making it a promising candidate in antimalarial drug research.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 480.55 g/mol
• Formula: C₂₈H₃₂O₇
• Purity: Min. 95%