Questin is a secondary metabolite produced by certain strains of the fungus Streptomyces. This natural compound belongs to the family of angucycline antibiotics and exhibits notable biological activities, including antimicrobial and antitumor properties. Questin has garnered attention in pharmaceutical research for its potential therapeutic applications in combating bacterial infections and cancer. Its unique chemical structure and mechanisms of action make it a subject of interest in drug discovery efforts. Ongoing studies aim to further elucidate its pharmacological effects and explore its potential as a lead compound for developing novel therapeutics.
| Catalog Number | R066080 |
| CAS Number | 3774-64-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C16H12O5 |
| Purity | 95% |
| Storage | -20°C |
| IUPAC Name | 1,6-dihydroxy-8-methoxy-3-methylanthracene-9,10-dione |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H12O5/c1-7-3-9-13(11(18)4-7)16(20)14-10(15(9)19)5-8(17)6-12(14)21-2/h3-6,17-18H,1-2H3 |
| InChIKey | UUNPIWCQMVNINR-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | CC1=CC(=C2C(=C1)C(=O)C3=CC(=CC(=C3C2=O)OC)O)O |
