Description
IUPAC Name: 1,3,8-trihydroxy-6-methylanthracene-9,10-dione
InChI: InChI=1S/C15H10O5/c1-6-2-8-12(10(17)3-6)15(20)13-9(14(8)19)4-7(16)5-11(13)18/h2-5,16-18H,1H3
InChIKey: RHMXXJGYXNZAPX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Canonical SMILES: CC1=CC2=C(C(=C1)O)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C=C(C=C3O)O
Isomeric SMILES: CC1=CC2=C(C(=C1)O)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C=C(C=C3O)O
Synonyms: emodin; 518-82-1; Emodol; Frangula emodin; Schuttgelb; 1,3,8-trihydroxy-6-methylanthracene-9,10-dione; Rheum emodin; Archin; …
Botanical Source: Rheum palmatum L.
Product Overview
BIORLAB provides high-purity Emodin (≥98%), a natural anthraquinone derivative with significant applications in anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and metabolic research. This compound shows diverse pharmacological activities.
Technical Specifications
- Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₁₀O₅
- Molecular Weight: 270.24 g/mol
- Appearance: Orange-yellow crystalline powder
- Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
- Solubility: DMSO, ethanol
- Storage: -20°C, protected from light
Research Applications
Therapeutic Research Areas
- Anti-inflammatory studies
- Cancer research
- Metabolic disorders
- Microbial infections
Key Research Areas
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Cancer Studies
- Anti-proliferative effects
- Apoptosis induction
- Cell cycle regulation
- Metastasis inhibition
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Anti-inflammatory Research
- Inflammatory pathways
- Immune modulation
- Oxidative stress
- Signal transduction
Research Significance
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Therapeutic Potential
- Anticancer activity
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Antidiabetic properties
- Antimicrobial action
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Traditional Applications
- Sore throat treatment
- Blood stasis
- Carbuncles
- Damp-heat jaundice
Storage & Handling
- Store at -20°C
- Protect from light
- Available in research quantities
- Stability data provided
- Special handling protocols available
Quality Assurance
- Full spectroscopic characterization
- Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
- Batch-specific HPLC profiles
- Stability testing data
- Research-grade documentation
Target Applications
- Cancer research centers
- Inflammatory disease research
- Pharmaceutical R&D laboratories
- Academic research institutions
Technical Support Features
- Method development assistance
- Analytical testing guidance
- Stability data available
- Research protocol support
- Documentation assistance
For detailed technical information, bulk quantities, or custom requirements, contact BIORLAB’s scientific team.
Note: This product is intended for laboratory research purposes only. Not for human consumption or therapeutic use without proper approval.