Lovastatin, 98%

Name: Lovastatin, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008847

About Lovastatin, 98%

Listed under CAS 75330-75-5, Lovastatin is an ester available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98% purity. With the molecular formula C24H36O5, it has a molar mass of 404.5 g/mol. Common synonyms include Mevinolin and 6α-Methylcompactin.

The material typically appears as white to off-white to yellow powder or crystals. Reported physical data include a melting point of 179 °C. Its solubility is described as insoluble in water. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 1 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Lovastatin, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008847
CAS Number	75330-75-5
IUPAC name	[(1S,3R,7S,8S,8aR)-8-[2-[(2R,4R)-4-hydroxy-6-oxooxan-2-yl]ethyl]-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,7,8,8a-hexahydronaphthalen-1-yl] (2S)-2-methylbutanoate
Molecular formula	C₂₄H₃₆O₅
Molecular weight	404.5 g/mol
Exact mass	404.2563
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	PCZOHLXUXFIOCF-BXMDZJJMSA-N
SMILES	CC[C@H](C)C(=O)O[C@H]1C[C@H](C=C2[C@H]1[C@H]([C@H](C=C2)C)CC[C@@H]3C[C@H](CC(=O)O3)O)C
PubChem CID	53232

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white to yellow powder or crystals
Melting point	179 °C
Solubility	Insoluble in water
LogP (XLogP3)	4.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 5
TPSA	72.8 Å²
Synonyms	Mevinolin, 6α-Methylcompactin, Monacolin K, MK-803, Lovastatine, 6alpha-Methylcompactin, 6-alpha-Methylcompactin, MK 803, 2beta,6alpha-Dimethyl-8alpha-(2-methyl-1-oxobutoxy)-mevinic acid lactone, 6-Methylcompactin, Lovastatinum (Latin), 1 alpha-Isomer Lovastatin

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P261, P264, P270, P272, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P318, P319, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Lovastatin, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Lovastatin, 98% is 75330-75-5. It is also known as Mevinolin, 6α-Methylcompactin, Monacolin K.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lovastatin, 98%?

Lovastatin, 98% has the molecular formula C24H36O5 and a molecular weight of 404.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is [(1S,3R,7S,8S,8aR)-8-[2-[(2R,4R)-4-hydroxy-6-oxooxan-2-yl]ethyl]-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,7,8,8a-hexahydronaphthalen-1-yl] (2S)-2-methylbutanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Lovastatin, 98% can I order?

We supply Lovastatin, 98% in (98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Lovastatin, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Lovastatin, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Lovastatin, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Lovastatin, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.