Isobutyrylshikonin

异丁酰紫草素

Also known as: Isobutyroylshikonin, Isobutylshikonin, 2-[1-(Isobutyryloxy)-4-methyl-3-pentenyl]-5,8-dihydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone, 5,8-Dihydroxy-2-(1-isobutyryloxy-4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-1,4-naphthalenedione, (R)-1-(1,4-Dihydro-5,8-dihydroxy-1,4-dioxonaphthalen-2-yl)-4-methyl-3-pentenyl isobutyrate, (R)-2-Methylpropanoic acid 1-(1,4-dihydro-5,8-dihydroxy-1,4-dioxo-2-naphthalenyl)-4-methyl-3-pentenyl ester

Isobutyrylshikonin (CAS 52438-12-7) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H22O6 and a molecular weight of 358.385 g/mol. It is also known as Isobutyroylshikonin, Isobutylshikonin and 2-[1-(Isobutyryloxy)-4-methyl-3-pentenyl]-5,8-dihydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone. Key properties include a melting point of 88ºC, a boiling point of 565.2±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 295.6±28.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

52438-12-7

Jingsj CID

J-1160357-3

Molecular Formula

C₂₀H₂₂O₆

Chinese Name

异丁酰紫草素

Molecular Weight

358.385 g/mol

Category

Organic Compounds

Last updated

8/21/2026