Compound Q&A
How is Silymarin (CAS: 84604-20-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
Silymarin can be synthesized through chemical methods, involving the synthesis of silybin from 4,6-di-O-methyltyrosinol and 8-methoxysilybin. Commonly, it involves the use of acetic anhydride and pyridine as reagents, with a yield of approximately 60-70%. The synthesis process is selective and requires precise control of pH and temperature.
About
CAS No
84604-20-6
English Name
Silymarin
Molecular Formula
C25H22O10
Molecular Weight
482.44100000000026 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=C(C=CC(=C1)C2C(OC3=C(O2)C=C(C=C3)C4C(C(=O)C5=C(C=C(C=C5O4)O)O)O)CO)O
InChIKey
SEBFKMXJBCUCAI-VGHNRKBZSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-28 13:06
