Acetylshikonin is the main ingredient of Zicao, which has used in clinics as a traditional Chinese for thousands of years. It exerts anti-obesity and anti-NAFLD effects through the regulation of lipid metabolism and anti-inflammatory effects. Also, it is a 1,4-naphthoquinone pigment extracted from the roots of Lithospermum erythrorhizon with anti-tumor effects.
SKU | RCLST516461 |
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CAS number | 24502-78-1 |
Molecular Formula | C18H18O6 |
Catalog Number | RCLST516461 |
Chemical Name | Acetylshikonin |
Molecular Weight | 330.33 |
Solubility | Benzene (Slightly), Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly) |
Stability | No Data Available |
Appearance | Dark Red Solid |
Storage Condition | Hygroscopic, Refrigerator, under inert atmosphere |