Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Combretastatin A4 (CAS: 117048-59-6)?
Answer
Combretastatin A4 is primarily used in pharmaceutical research for its anti-tumor properties. It has been studied as a potential chemotherapeutic agent due to its ability to disrupt blood vessel formation in tumors. Additionally, it is used in biochemical studies to investigate microtubule dynamics and in the development of targeted cancer therapies. The compound's unique structure also makes it relevant in the study of plant-derived medicines and natural products.
About
CAS No
117048-59-6
English Name
Combretastatin A4
Molecular Formula
C18H20O5
Molecular Weight
316.35 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=C(C=C(C=C1)C=CC2=CC(=C(C(=C2)OC)OC)OC)O
InChIKey
HVXBOLULGPECHP-WAYWQWQTSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
