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1,5-Dihydroxyanthraquinone (CAS 117-12-4)

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Alternate Names:
Anthrarufin
CAS Number:
117-12-4
Purity:
≥92%
Molecular Weight:
240.21
Molecular Formula:
C14H8O4
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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1,5-Dihydroxyanthraquinone is an occurring organic compound found in various plants, lichens, and fungi. It is a derivative of anthraquinone, which is a type of aromatic organic compound. In biochemistry, 1,5-dihydroxyanthraquinone is of interest due to its potential as a precursor for the synthesis of various bioactive molecules. It has been studied for its antioxidant properties and its ability to inhibit certain enzymes. 1,5-dihydroxyanthraquinone has been investigated for its potential as a dye in biological staining techniques. Its chemical structure and reactivity make it useful in the study of various biochemical processes. In the laboratory, it is used as a reagent in organic synthesis and as a model compound for studying the behavior of similar molecules in biological systems. 1,5-dihydroxyanthraquinone plays a role in the field of biochemistry as a versatile compound with potential applications.


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1,5-Dihydroxyanthraquinone, 10 g

sc-253997
10 g
$37.00

1,5-Dihydroxyanthraquinone, 100 g

sc-253997A
100 g
$72.00