Certificate of Analysis
| Product Name: | Limonin |
| Catalog Number: | M4572 |
| CAS Number: | 1180-71-8 |
Physical and Chemical Properties
| Formula: | C26H30O8 |
| Molecular Weight: | 470.51 |
| Solubility: | DMSO ≥ 30 mg/mL (ultrasonic and warming) |
| Storage: |
Powder -20°C 3 years ; 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 6 months ; -20°C 1 month |
| Chemical Structure: |  |
Analytical Data
| QC Standard: | 98.98% |
| H-NMR: | Consistent with structure |
Product Information
| Description: | Limonin is a potent inhibitor of CYP3A4 with an IC50 of 6.2 μM. Limonin inhibits HIV-1 with an EC50 of 60.0 μM. Limonin induces human colon adenocarcinoma cells apoptosis with an IC50 of 54.74 μM. Limonin, a triterpenoid rich in citrus fruits, has antiviral and anti-tumor activities. |
| Stability and Solubility Advice: | Information concerning product stability, particularly in solution, has rarely been reported and in most cases we can only offer a general guide. We recommend that stock solutions, once prepared, are stored aliquoted in tightly sealed vials and used within 1 month. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles. Storage conditions for some special products should refer to their storage details. |