Molecular Formula | C15H22O |
Molar Mass | 218.33 |
Density | 0.887±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
Melting Point | 67-69℃ |
Boling Point | 321.6±42.0 °C(Predicted) |
Solubility | DMSO: ≥10mg/mL |
Appearance | white to off-white |
Color | white to off-white |
Storage Condition | 2-8°C |
Stability | Stable for 2 years from date of purchase as supplied. Solutions in DMSO or ethanol may be stored at -20° for up to 1 month. |
Risk Codes | R43 - May cause sensitization by skin contact R50 - Very Toxic to aquatic organisms |
Safety Description | S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S60 - This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. S61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets. |
UN IDs | UN 3077 9 / PGIII |
WGK Germany | 3 |
biological activity | Zerumbone is a monocyclic sesquiterpene compound isolated from the rhizome of Zingiber zerumbet Smith. Zerumbone potently inhibited the activation of Epstein-Barr Virus with an IC50 of 0.14 mM. Zerumbone has anticancer, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative effects. |