Picrocrocin, CAS 138-55-6

Formulation: A solid

Formal Name: 4R-(β-D-glucopyranosyloxy)-2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexene-1-carboxaldehyde

Purity: ≥95%

Formula Markup: C16H26O7

Formula Weight: 330,4

Shelf life (days): 1460

CAS Number: 138-55-6

Notes: Picrocrocin is a monoterpene glycoside that has been found in C. sativus and has anticancer activity.{68663,68664} It is also a biosynthetic precursor of the monoterpenoid safranal (Item No. 31399).{68665} Picrocrocin inhibits the growth of HeLa cervical cancer cells (IC50 = 3 mM).{68665}

• SKU: CAY39914-50
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 39914-50
• Package Unit: 50 mg
• Quantity Unit: STK