Mycotoxin produced by strains of the common molds. Inhibitor of DNA synthesis. Induces sister chromatid exchanges in bone marrow cells of mice. Causes necrosis.
Product Details
| Alternative Name: | 3a,12c-Dihydro-8-hydroxy-6-methoxy-7H-furol[3’,2’:4,5]furo[2,3-c]xanthen-7-one |
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| Formula: | C18H12O6 |
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| MW: | 324.3 |
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| Source: | Isolated from Aspergillus versicolor. |
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| CAS: | 10048-13-2 |
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| RTECS: | LV1750000 |
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| Purity: | ≥98% (TLC, HPLC) |
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| Appearance: | Pale yellow solid. |
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| Solubility: | Soluble in DMSO (10mg/ml), chloroform (71mg/ml), pyridine (18mg/ml) or acetone (5mg/ml). |
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| Shipping: | Ambient Temperature |
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| Long Term Storage: | -20°C |
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| Handling: | Protect from light. |
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| Regulatory Status: | RUO - Research Use Only |
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