β-Asarone, CAS 5273-86-9

Shelf life (days): 730.0

Formulation: A solution in ethanol

Formal Name: 1,2,4-trimethoxy-5-(1Z)-1-propen-1-yl-benzene

Purity: ≥98%

Formula Markup: C12H16O3

Formula Weight: 208.3

CAS Number: 5273-86-9

Notes: The asarones, including α-asarone (Item No. 11681) and β-asarone, were first isolated from volatile oils of plants of the genus Acorus, which are used in Ayurvedic medicine. β-Asarone is noted for its neuroprotective effects, as it ameliorates depression, reduces dopamine-induced neurotoxicity, and attenuates damage in a model of stroke.{29162,29165,29164} In isolated neurons and in brains, β-asarone blocks autophagy, reduces inflammation, and inhibits apoptosis.{29165,29164,29163} While β-asarone inhibits apoptosis in neurons, it induces apoptosis in colon cancer cells.{29166} It also has antimicrobial effects.{29161}

• SKU: CAY11682-10
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 11682-10
• Package Unit: 10 mg
• Quantity Unit: STK