| Description | Rhizoxin is an antitumor drug isolated from the fungus Rhizopus chinensis. It is a macrocyclic lactone compound that binds to tubulin and inhibits microtubule assembly. |
| Synonyms | WF1360, WF 1360, WF-1360 |
| molecular weight | 625.75 |
| Molecular formula | C35H47NO9 |
| CAS | 90996-54-6 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
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