Substance
ID:392467
Names and Identifiers
IUPAC name
(1S,7S,8S,8aR)-8-{2-[(2R,4R)-4-hydroxy-6-oxooxan-2-yl]ethyl}-7-methyl-1,2,3,7,8,8a-hexahydronaphthalen-1-yl (2S)-2-methylbutanoate
IUPAC Traditional name
mevastatin
Synonyms
Compactin, 6-Demethylvevinolin, CS-500, ML-236 BMevastatin
Registration numbers
CAS Number
Properties
Physical Property
Melting Point
135-137°C
Apperance
Off-White Solid
Solubility
Acetone
Safety Information
MSDS Link
Storage Condition
-20°C Freezer
Product Information
Certificate of Analysis
Molecule Details
A fungal metabolite which is a potent inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase.
Molecular Spectra
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References
• Endo, A., et al.: FEBS Letters, 72, 323 (1976)
• Endo, A.: J. Med. Chem., 28, 401 (1985)