Lovastatin

Also known as: Mevinolin, Monacolin K, Mevacor, Altocor, Altoprev, Antibiotic MB 530B, 6alpha-Methylcompactin, 6a-Methylcompactin, Rovacor, Sivlor, Lovalip, Lovastin, Paschol, msd803, MEVINOLIN, Simvastatin Impurity 5, SiMvastatin EP IMpurity E, MFCD00072164, (1S,3R,7S,8S,8aR)-8-{2-[(2R,4R)-4-hydroxy-6-oxotetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yl]ethyl}-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,7,8,8a-hexahydronaphthalen-1-yl (2S)-2-methylbutanoate

Lovastatin (CAS 75330-75-5) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C24H36O5 and a molecular weight of 404.540 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 175°C, a boiling point of 559.2±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 185.3±23.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 75330-75-5
Jingsj CID: J-33657-2
Molecular Formula: C₂₄H₃₆O₅
Molecular Weight: 404.540 g/mol
Category: Organic Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	175°C
Boiling Point	559.2±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	185.3±23.6 °C
Exact Mass	404.256287
PSA	72.83000
LogP	4.07
Vapor Pressure	0.0±3.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.532
Additional Property	0.0004 mg/mL at 25 ºC

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

H302 — Harmful if swallowed

Activity & Biological Data

Target	HMG-CoA reductase[1]
Additional Information	[1]. Alberts AW, et al. Discovery, biochemistry and biology of lovastatin. Am J Cardiol. 1988 Nov 11;62(15):10J-15J. [2]. Bhargavi S, et al. Purification of Lovastatin from Aspergillus terreus (KM017963) and Evaluation of its Anticancer and Antioxidant Properties. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev. 2016;17(8):3797-803. [3]. Frishman WH, et al. Lovastatin: an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor for lowering cholesterol. Med Clin North Am. 1989 Mar;73(2):437-48. [4]. Tobert JA, et al. Lovastatin and beyond: the history of the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. Nat Rev Drug Discov. 2003 Jul;2(7):517-26.

Target

HMG-CoA reductase[1]

Additional Information

[1]. Alberts AW, et al. Discovery, biochemistry and biology of lovastatin. Am J Cardiol. 1988 Nov 11;62(15):10J-15J. [2]. Bhargavi S, et al. Purification of Lovastatin from Aspergillus terreus (KM017963) and Evaluation of its Anticancer and Antioxidant Properties. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev. 2016;17(8):3797-803. [3]. Frishman WH, et al. Lovastatin: an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor for lowering cholesterol. Med Clin North Am. 1989 Mar;73(2):437-48. [4]. Tobert JA, et al. Lovastatin and beyond: the history of the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. Nat Rev Drug Discov. 2003 Jul;2(7):517-26.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2932999099
Summary	2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Lovastatin?

The CAS number of Lovastatin is 75330-75-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lovastatin?

Lovastatin has molecular formula C24H36O5 and molecular weight 404.540 g/mol.

Is Lovastatin hazardous?

Lovastatin has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Lovastatin?

For Lovastatin, Upstream Products: Lovastatin hydroxy acid ammonium salt; Downstream Products: Lovastatin Diol Lactone 4-tert-Butyldimethylsilyl Ether, Simvastatin, Lovastatin hydroxy acid sodium salt.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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