Curvularin
Molecular Formula
C16H20O5
M.W.
292.33
CAS number
10140-70-2
Source
Penicillium citrinum
Fermentek product Code
CUR-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
201°C-208°C
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 10mg/ml of Methanol
Names and identifiers

Synonyms:

Chemical names: Curvularin;

IUPAC:  (4S)-11,13-Dihydroxy-4-methyl-4,5,6,7,8,9-hexahydro-2H-3-benzoxacyclododecine-2,10(1H)-dione                             

RTECS  n.a.

EU number
806-033-4
Chemical name
Curvularin
Description

Curvularin, an antibiotic from penicillium fungus, when added to cattle feed, may promote growth and increase feed efficiency.

InChl Key
VDUIGYAPSXCJFC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC1CCCCCC(=O)C2=C(C=C(C=C2CC(=O)O1)O)O
Solubility ( literature )

Curvularin is reported to be soluble in ethanol, methanol, DMF and DMSO.

Compound Classification

Natural antibiotic, anti-bacterial, antifungal, phytotoxic.

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Open carefully.
Use the original container to store the product.
Keep the lid tightly closed.
Avoid exposing to strong direct light.
Other vendors may recommend higher temperatures for storage.
Retest time
3 Years
Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not for Human or Drug use
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since
Title
Transport information
Value
Not hazardous for transport
Title
Deleted CAS numbers
Value
1401-99-6
Fermentek Product Category
Signal to sort
C