ENTEROLACTONE

Synonym(s):trans-α,β-Bis(3-hydroxybenzyl)butyrolactone;Enterolactone

CAS NO.：78473-71-9
Empirical Formula: C18H18O4
Molecular Weight: 298.33
MDL number: MFCD01861506
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2023-06-08 09:01:58

What is ENTEROLACTONE?

Chemical properties

Off-White Solid

The Uses of ENTEROLACTONE

A metabolite of sesame lignans (sesamin, sesamolin). Inhibits colonic cancer cell growth by inducing cell cycle arrest and apoptosis. Possible relationship between exposure and reduced risk of breast cancer.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Enterolactone is the major human metabolite of dietary sesamin (lignan from sesame seeds). A phytoestrogen, it shows an inverse correlation with risk of breast cancer in one study.

Properties of ENTEROLACTONE

Melting point:	141-143°
Boiling point:	561.4±25.0 °C(Predicted)
Density	1.298±0.06 g/cm3 (20 ºC 760 Torr)
storage temp.	2-8°C
solubility	DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
form	Solid
pka	9.93±0.10(Predicted)
color	Off-White to Grey
BRN	4699604

Safety information for ENTEROLACTONE

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.