CAS: 30315-04-9

Picrasin B acetate is an acetate derivative compound, which is derived from the naturally occurring quassinoids found primarily in the genus Picrasma, a member of the Simaroubaceae family. As a quassinoid derivative, its mode of action is believed to involve the inhibition of protein synthesis, particularly disrupting the function of the ribosome, which is crucial for its potential cytotoxic effects. The compound has been under investigation for its various bioactive properties, including its potential antitumor, antiviral, and antimalarial activities. These properties make it a compound of interest in the development of new therapeutic agents. Due to its potent biological activities, it is often studied in the context of pharmacological and biochemical research. Picrasin B acetate’s unique ability to interfere with cellular processes highlights its importance as a chemical tool in understanding disease mechanisms and developing novel treatments.

Picrasin B acetate is a natural product for research related to life sciences. The catalog number is TN4786 and the CAS number is 30315-04-9.