Compound Q&A
What is (S)-10-Hydroxycamptothecin (CAS: 19685-09-7)?
Answer
(S)-10-Hydroxycamptothecin is a naturally occurring alkaloid derived from the plant Camptotheca acuminata. It has the chemical formula C20H22N2O6 and is known for its potent antitumor properties. This compound is a derivative of camptothecin and is used in cancer research and drug development due to its ability to inhibit DNA topoisomerase I, which is crucial for DNA replication and repair.
About
CAS No
19685-09-7
English Name
(S)-10-Hydroxycamptothecin
Molecular Formula
C20H16N2O5
Molecular Weight
364.36 g/mol
SMILES
CC[C@@]1(O)C(=O)OCc2c1cc3-c4nc5ccc(O)cc5cc4Cn3c2=O
InChIKey
HAWSQZCWOQZXHI-FQEVSTJZSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
