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Magnolol

European Pharmacopoeia (EP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

2,2′-Bichavicol, 5,5′-Diallyl-2,2′-biphenyldiol

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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C18H18O2
CAS Number:
528-43-8
Molecular Weight:
266.33
MDL number:
MFCD00016658
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
PubChem Substance ID:
329831345
NACRES:
NA.24

grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

API family

magnolol, magnolia officialis

manufacturer/tradename

EDQM

application(s)

pharmaceutical (small molecule)

format

neat

storage temp.

−20°C

SMILES string

Oc1ccc(CC=C)cc1-c2cc(CC=C)ccc2O

InChI

1S/C18H18O2/c1-3-5-13-7-9-17(19)15(11-13)16-12-14(6-4-2)8-10-18(16)20/h3-4,7-12,19-20H,1-2,5-6H2

InChI key

VVOAZFWZEDHOOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Application

Magnolol EP Reference standard, intended for use in laboratory tests only as specifically prescribed in the European Pharmacopoeia.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Magnolol is a bioactive plant component isolated from the root and stem bark of Magnolia officinalis with antifungal, antibacterial and antioxidant effects. Magnolol also demonstrates anti-inflammatory activity by interferring with NF-κB signaling. It also appears to have anti-inflammatory properties related to vascular disorders such as atherosclerosis due to its ability to inhibit IL-6-induced STAT3 activation.

Packaging

The product is delivered as supplied by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For the current unit quantity, please visit the EDQM reference substance catalogue.

Other Notes

Sales restrictions may apply.

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H315,H318,H335,H411

Hazard Classifications

Aquatic Chronic 2 - Eye Dam. 1 - Skin Irrit. 2 - STOT SE 3

Target Organs

Respiratory system

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

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Yong Zhang et al.
Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica, 37(23), 3526-3530 (2013-03-13)
Magnolol is one of main active constituents from Magnolia officinalis, a widely used traditional Chinese medicine. Previous studies have proved its multiple pharmacological effects, such as anti-oxidation, anti-microbial and anti-tumor. In recent years, more and more studies have focused on
Chanju Lee et al.
Frontiers in immunology, 11, 77-77 (2020-03-03)
Cancer chemotherapy induces sarcopenia, which is a rapid loss of muscle mass that directly restricts daily activities and leads to poor quality of life and increased mortality. Although hormone-related therapies have been used to improve appetite and nutritional status, current
A-Rang Im et al.
Environmental toxicology and pharmacology, 39(1), 417-423 (2015-01-07)
In this study, we evaluated the anti-photoaging activity of magnolol in UV-irradiated hairless mice, and hypothesized that magnolol would prevent photoaging in these animals. The inhibitory effect of magnolol on wrinkle formation was determined by analyzing the skin replica, histologically
Jui-Lung Shen et al.
Molecules (Basel, Switzerland), 15(9), 6452-6465 (2010-09-30)
Chinese herbs have been and still are widely used as important remedies in Oriental medicine. Over the recent years, a variety of biologically active constituents have been isolated from these sources and confirmed to have multifunctional activity in experimental studies.

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