Synonyms: Brasilin; (+)-Brazilin; (6aS,11bR)-7,11b-Dihydro-benz[b]indeno[1,2-d]pyran-3,6a,9,10(6H)-tetrol; 7, 11b-dihydrobenz[b]indeno[1,2-d]pyran-3,6a,9,10 (6H)-tetrol; NSC 56652; 6,6a,7,11b-Tetrahydro-3,6a,9,10-tetrahydroxyindeno[2,1-c]chromene; Natural Red 24
Molecular Formula: C16H14O5
Molecular Weight: 286.28
Linear Structural Formula: C16H14O5
MDL Number: MFCD00210817
Storage: 2-8C
Biochem Physiol Actions: Brazilin is a natural isoflavonoid red pigment with many biologic activities including neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiproliferative, and antioxidant properties. Some of its activity is thought to be due to its regulation of the transcription factor NF-KappaB.