Monascin

Overview

Monascin is a kind of azaphilonoid pigments extracted from Monascus pilosus -fermented rice (red-mold rice). Monascin also exhibits anti-tumor-initiating activity and anti-inflammatory activity with oral administration. Monascin inhibits the activation of NOR 1 (an NO donor). Monascin is a Nrf2 activator and PPARγ agonist.

Application

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Product Information

• Catalog No.: HY-N6641
• CAS No.: 21516-68-7
• Molecular Formula: C21H26O5
• Molecular Weight: 358.43
• Purity: 99.72%
• Storage: Powder -20°C, 3 years , 4°C, 2 years ; In solvent -80°C, 6 months , -20°C, 1 month
• Availability: In-stock

Source

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