Hypericin

Synonym: 548-04-9; Hypericin; Hypericum red; Cyclosan; Hipericin; Hipericina; Hypericine; Hyperizin; Mycoporphyrin

MDL: MFCD00016683
CAS Number: 548-04-9
Compound CID: 3663

Product Size

10 mg; 20 mg; 50 mg; 100 mg

Price

Datasheet

Datasheet

MSDS

MSDS

Properties

Description

Hypericin has shown antiviral activity and is a potent natural photosensitizer that has been used in photodynamic therapy against cancer and against HIV in stored blood.

Molecular Formula

C₃₀H₁₆O₈

Source

Hypericin is the main active component of Hypericum perforatum.

Form

Black powdery crystals

Purity

>98%, determined by HPLC.

Solubility

It is easily soluble in water.

Identity

Confirmed by NMR and MS.

Melting Point

314-318°C

Applications

Hypericin can be used for antidepressant and antiviral effect experiments, etc.

Safety Information

Personal Protective Equipment

Gloves, eyeshields, N95 mask