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Mevastatin

Catalog No. M340500 Name Toronto Research Chemicals
CAS Number 73573-88-3 Website http://www.trc-canada.com
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SYNONYMS

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 B

DATABASE IDS

CAS Number 73573-88-3

PROPERTIES

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Apperance Off-White Solid
Melting Point 135-137°C
Solubility Acetone
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Storage Condition -20°C Freezer

DETAILS

Description (English)
A fungal metabolite which is a potent inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase.

REFERENCES

  • Endo, A., et al.: FEBS Letters, 72, 323 (1976)
  • Endo, A.: J. Med. Chem., 28, 401 (1985)