Plumbagin, from plumbago indica

Name: Plumbagin, from plumbago indica
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002937

About Plumbagin, from plumbago indica

Listed under CAS 481-42-5, Plumbagin, from plumbago indica is a bioactive small molecule available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C11H8O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 188.18 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 5-hydroxy-2-methylnaphthalene-1,4-dione. It is also known as 5-Hydroxy-2-methyl-1,4-naphthoquinone or Plumbagine.

In its supplied form it is a faint orange to dark orange powder. Literature values give a melting point of 76-78 °C. Keep the material at 2–8 °C and protect it from moisture. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span cell signalling research, pharmacological screening and target validation. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Plumbagin, from plumbago indica in 100 mg, 250 mg and 1 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Plumbagin, from plumbago indica
Catalogue No.	VQ-002937
CAS Number	481-42-5
IUPAC name	5-hydroxy-2-methylnaphthalene-1,4-dione
Molecular formula	C₁₁H₈O₃
Molecular weight	188.18 g/mol
Exact mass	188.0473
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	VCMMXZQDRFWYSE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=O)C2=C(C1=O)C=CC=C2O
PubChem CID	10205

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Faint orange to dark orange powder
Melting point	76-78 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	54.4 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
UN number	UN 2923
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-2-methyl-1,4-naphthoquinone, Plumbagine, 2-Methyljuglone, Plumbaein, Plumbagone, 5-Hydroxy-2-methyl-1,4-naphthalenedione, 2-Methyl-5-hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone, 5-hydroxy-2-methyl-1,4-dihydronaphthalene-1,4-dione, PCUR-101, PCUR 101, Synthetic Plumbagin PCUR-101, 1,4-Naphthalenedione, 5-hydroxy-2-methyl-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P280, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P363, 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 Plumbagin, from plumbago indica?

The CAS Registry Number of Plumbagin, from plumbago indica is 481-42-5. It is also known as 5-Hydroxy-2-methyl-1,4-naphthoquinone, Plumbagine, 2-Methyljuglone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Plumbagin, from plumbago indica?

Plumbagin, from plumbago indica has the molecular formula C11H8O3 and a molecular weight of 188.18 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-hydroxy-2-methylnaphthalene-1,4-dione.

Which grade and pack sizes of Plumbagin, from plumbago indica can I order?

We supply Plumbagin, from plumbago indica, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Plumbagin, from plumbago indica?

Yes. Every lot of Plumbagin, from plumbago indica 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 Plumbagin, from plumbago indica be shipped internationally?

Yes. Plumbagin, from plumbago indica is classified as hazardous (UN 2923), 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.

How should Plumbagin, from plumbago indica be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.