Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-05-15 00:36:47 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:05:19 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0007430
Metabolite Identification
Common NameAnhydroasperflavin
DescriptionAnhydroasperflavin is a metabolite classified within the chemical class of phthalides. This compound has garnered attention in biomedical literature for its potential biological activities. It is often studied alongside related compounds such as asperflavin and 5,7-dihydroxy-4-methylphthalide, which are known for their various biological effects (PMID:4629904 ). The structural characteristics of anhydroasperflavin suggest that it may play a role in specific biochemical pathways, although its exact biological functions remain an area of ongoing research. The exploration of anhydroasperflavin and its derivatives could contribute to a better understanding of their pharmacological properties and potential therapeutic applications. Further studies are necessary to elucidate the mechanisms by which anhydroasperflavin exerts its effects and to explore its potential utility in medicinal chemistry and drug development.
Structure
SynonymsNot Available
Molecular FormulaC16H14O4
Average Mass270.284
Monoisotopic Mass270.089208931
IUPAC Name1,6-dihydroxy-8-methoxy-3-methyl-9,10-dihydroanthracen-9-one
Traditional Name1,6-dihydroxy-8-methoxy-3-methyl-10H-anthracen-9-one
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
COC1=CC(O)=CC2=C1C(=O)C1=C(O)C=C(C)C=C1C2
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C16H14O4/c1-8-3-9-5-10-6-11(17)7-13(20-2)15(10)16(19)14(9)12(18)4-8/h3-4,6-7,17-18H,5H2,1-2H3
InChI KeyLIERHHLUYBZDDS-UHFFFAOYSA-N