Description | (+)-Usnic acid (D-Usnic Acid) is a naturally occurring dibenzofuran derivative found in several lichen species. |
Synonyms | D-Usnic Acid, 松萝酸, (+)-Usniacin, (+)-地衣酸 |
molecular weight | 344.32 |
Molecular formula | C18H16O7 |
CAS | 7562-61-0 |
Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
Solubility | H2O: < 1 mg/mL (insoluble or slightly soluble) Ethanol: < 1 mg/mL (insoluble or slightly soluble) DMSO: 4 mg/mL (11.61 mM), Heating is recommended. |
References | 1. Coiffard, C. et al.: Annal. Pharm. Dranc., 57, 392 (1999 |