Description
IUPAC Name: 1,2,4-trihydroxyanthracene-9,10-dione
InChI: InChI=1S/C14H8O5/c15-8-5-9(16)14(19)11-10(8)12(17)6-3-1-2-4-7(6)13(11)18/h1-5,15-16,19H
InChIKey: BBNQQADTFFCFGB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Canonical SMILES: C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C(=C(C=C3O)O)O
Isomeric SMILES: C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C(=C(C=C3O)O)O
Synonyms: PURPURIN; 81-54-9; Verantin; 1,2,4-trihydroxyanthracene-9,10-dione; Purpurine; 1,2,4-Trihydroxyanthraquinone; Hydroxylizaric acid; Smoke Brown G; …
Botanical Source: Rubia cordifolia L.
Product Overview
BIORLAB provides high-purity Purpurin, a natural anthraquinone with significant applications in anti-inflammatory, photodynamic therapy, and cancer research.
Technical Specifications
- Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₈O₅
- Source: Natural anthraquinone
- Appearance: Red crystalline powder
- Storage: -20°C, protected from light
Research Applications
Primary Research Areas
- Anti-inflammatory studies
- Photodynamic therapy
- Cancer research
- Antiviral studies
Key Research Properties
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Therapeutic Effects
- Anti-inflammatory activity
- ROS generation (photo-activated)
- Cancer cell targeting
- Inflammatory mediator modulation
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Clinical Applications
- Photodynamic cancer therapy
- Anti-inflammatory treatment
- Joint injury improvement
- Liver/spleen protection
Research Significance
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Biological Activities
- Reduces IL-6, TNF-α, IL-1β
- Increases IL-10 levels
- Regulates FOXP3 and CD4+/CD8+
- Reduces MMP3 content
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Cancer Research
- Photosensitizing properties
- Enhanced anticancer effects
- Improved photostability
- Deep tissue penetration
Storage & Handling
- Store at -20°C
- Protect from light
- Light-sensitive compound
- Special handling protocols required
Quality Assurance
- Full spectroscopic characterization
- Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
- Batch-specific profiles
- Research-grade documentation
Target Applications
- Cancer research centers
- Photodynamic therapy research
- Anti-inflammatory studies
- Academic research institutions
For detailed technical information, bulk quantities, or custom requirements, contact BIORLAB’s scientific team.
Note: This product is intended for laboratory research purposes only.