Properties
Description
Alantolactone suppresses signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (STAT3) activation in liver and breast cancer cells.
Molecular Formula
C15H20O2
Source
The roots of Inula helenium L, the leaves of Inula grandis chrenk
Form
Prismatic crystals (dilute ethanol)
Purity
>98%, determined by HPLC.
Solubility
It is easily soluble in ethanol, chloroform, benzene, ether and oil, and almost insoluble in water.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR and MS.
Melting Point
78-79°C (EtOH)
Applications
Alantolactone can be used for antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer property experiments, etc.