Synonyms: (3S,3aR,9aR)-3-Hexanoyl-9a-methyl-6-((E)-propenyl)-3a,4,8,9a-tetrahydro-3H-furo[3,2-g]isochromene-2,9-dione; (3S,3aR,9aR)-3a,4,8,9a-Tetrahydro-9a-methyl-3-(1-oxohexyl)-6-(1E)-1-propenyl-2H-furo[3,2-g][2]benzopyran-2,9(3H)-dione; Monascoflavin
CAS Number: 21516-68-7
Formula: C21H26O5
Formula Weight: 358.43
Linear Formula: C21H26O5
MDL No.: MFCD09260177
Purity: >=97.0% (HPLC)
Storage: 2-8C
Beilstein Registry Number: 51355
UNSPSC Code: 12352200
Biochem/physiol Actions: Monascin is one of the azaphilonoid pigments in extracts of Monascus pilosus-fermented rice (red-mold rice). It is a potent inhibitor of carcinogenesis measured against chemical or UV initiated, phorbol-promoted mouse skin tumors.
RIDADR: NONH for all modes of transport
WGK Germany: 2