DATASHEET
Formulation
white or off-white solid
Storage:
-20°C
Product Information:
Natural product, derived from Castanospermum austral. Potent inhibitor of α- and β-glucosidases.1 Exhibits antiviral properties.2 Inhibits HIV infectivity.3 Inhibits thyroglobulin secretion.4 Castanospermine displays antitumor activity and anti-angiogenic activity.5 Prevents hyperglycemic response to oral glucose load (1 mg/kg) in rats.6
Description:
CAS Number: 79831-76-8; Chemical Name: (1S,6S,7R,8R,8aR)-1,6,7,8-Tetrahydroxyindolizidine; Molecular weight: 189.21; Formula: C8H15NO4; Solubility: Water (25 mg/ml); Physical Properties: White or off-white solid; Purity: 99% by TLC, NMR Conforms