Pharmaceutical ingredient Cantharidin cas 56 25 7

Chemical Properties

Appearance:

White crystals.

Molecular Weight:

196.2

Density:

1.362g/cm3

Boiling Point:

326.9°Cat760mmHg

Melting Point:

215-217℃

Flash Point:

326.9°Cat760mmHg

Storage Temperature:

Keep in a sealed container. Place in a poison cabinet with controlled access.

Refractive index:

1.547

Solubility:

insoluble in cold water

Biological Activity:

Natural toxin inhibitor of protein phosphatases 1 and 2A (K i values are 1.1 and 0.19 μ M respectively); similar to okadaic acid (9,10-Deepithio-9,10-didehydroacanthifolicin ). Displays > 500-fold selectivity over PP2B.

Stability:

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Usage:

Used for the removal of warts.

Safety Data of 56-25-7