(+)-Sesamin

Synonym: 607-80-7; Sesamin; Fagarol; Sezamin; (+)-Sesamin; Asarinin; D-(+)-Sesamin; d-Sesamin; Episesamin; (+/-)-Sesamin; Pseudocubebin; (+)-Segamin

MDL: MFCD00216134
CAS Number: 607-80-7
Compound CID: 72307

Product Size

1 mg; 10 mg; 20 mg; 50 mg; 100 mg; 200 mg; 500 mg; 1 g

Price

Datasheet

Datasheet

MSDS

MSDS

Properties

Description

(+)-Sesamin, an abundant lignan found in sesame, is a potent and selective delta-5 desaturase inhibitor in polyunsaturated fatty acid biosynthesis.

Molecular Formula

C₂₀H₁₈O₆

Source

The seeds of Sesamum indicum L.

Form

White crystal powder

Purity

>98%, determined by HPLC.

Solubility

It is easily soluble in chloroform, benzene, acetic acid, acetone, slightly soluble in ether and petroleum ether. It is practically insoluble in water, alkaline solutions and hydrochloric acid.

Identity

Confirmed by NMR and MS.

Melting Point

122-123°C

Applications

(+)-Sesamin can be used as an antiviral, fungicide, antioxidant, and insecticide synergist.

Safety Information

Personal Protective Equipment

Gloves, eyeshields, N95 mask