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Monascin
Synonyms: Monascoflavin
CAS No.21516-68-7
FormulaC21H26O5
Mol. weight358.40
Catalogue No.VQ-039589
PurityOn COA
HSN—
Monascin (CAS 21516-68-7) – ester. C21H26O5, MW 358.4. Buy from Vaqora Chemicals with COA and worldwide shipping. High-purity grade with batch COA.
Batch COA with every lot
16-section GHS SDS
Export to 120+ countries
DG-compliant packing
About Monascin
Vaqora Chemicals supplies Monascin, an ester registered under CAS number 21516-68-7. The compound has the formula C21H26O5, corresponding to a molecular weight of 358.4 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (3S,3aR,9aR)-3-hexanoyl-9a-methyl-6-[(E)-prop-1-enyl]-3,3a,4,8-tetrahydrofuro[3,2-g]isochromene-2,9-dione. Alternative names: Monascoflavin.
Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.
It is commonly used for fine chemical synthesis and organic synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.
Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.
Typical applications
- Fine chemical synthesis
- Organic synthesis
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Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | Monascin |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-039589 |
| CAS Number | 21516-68-7 |
| IUPAC name | (3S,3aR,9aR)-3-hexanoyl-9a-methyl-6-[(E)-prop-1-enyl]-3,3a,4,8-tetrahydrofuro[3,2-g]isochromene-2,9-dione |
| Molecular formula | C21H26O5 |
| Molecular weight | 358.4 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 358.178 |
| InChIKey | XXKNHBAFFJINCK-RVEJDSBJSA-N |
| SMILES | CCCCCC(=O)[C@@H]1[C@H]2CC3=C(COC(=C3)/C=C/C)C(=O)[C@@]2(OC1=O)C |
| PubChem CID | 12118082 |
| Physical form | Other |
|---|---|
| LogP (XLogP3) | 3.2 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 0 / 5 |
| TPSA | 69.7 Ų |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Monascin?
The CAS Registry Number of Monascin is 21516-68-7. It is also known as Monascoflavin.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Monascin?
Monascin has the molecular formula C21H26O5 and a molecular weight of 358.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (3S,3aR,9aR)-3-hexanoyl-9a-methyl-6-[(E)-prop-1-enyl]-3,3a,4,8-tetrahydrofuro[3,2-g]isochromene-2,9-dione.
Which grade and pack sizes of Monascin can I order?
We supply Monascin, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with Monascin?
Yes. Every lot of Monascin 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 Monascin be shipped internationally?
Yes. We export Monascin worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.
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