Emodin is a purgative resin, from rhubarb, the buckthorn and Japanese Knotweed (Fallopia japonica). It belongs to a family of compounds called anthraquinones, which have shown anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects
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Biological Activity
Discription
Emodin is a purgative resin, from rhubarb, the buckthorn and Japanese Knotweed (Fallopia japonica). It belongs to a family of compounds called anthraquinones, which have shown anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects
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Product Information
Catalog Num
A10348
Formula
C15H10O5
Molecular Weight
270.2
CAS Number
518-82-1
SMILES
CC1=CC(=C2C(=C1)C(=O)C3=CC(=CC(=C3C2=O)O)O)O
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20ºC, keep desiccated. In lyophilized form, the chemical is stable for 36 months. In solution, store at -20ºC and use within 3 months to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.
Solubility
In vitro (25°C)
DMSO
46 mg/mL (170.22 mM)
Water
Insoluble
Ethanol
2 mg/mL (7.4 mM)
In vivo
8% DMSO+75% PEG 300+8% Tween 80+ddH2O
11 mg/mL
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