CAS No. 13159-28-9

Batch: Purity:99.08
Betulinicaldehyde Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the Betulinicaldehyde product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

CAS Number 13159-28-9
Molecular Formula

C30H48O2

Molecular Weight (MW) 440.70
SMILES CC(=C)C1CCC2(C1C3CCC4C5(CCC(C(C5CCC4(C3(CC2)C)C)(C)C)O)C)C=O

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

Betulinicaldehyde is a naturally occurring pentacyclic triterpenoid isolated from the bark of Tectona grandis that exhibits anti-tumor activity. It suppresses cancer cell proliferation and inhibits tumor growth across various malignant cell lines. Furthermore, betulinicaldehyde induces apoptosis and modulates key intracellular signaling pathways, demonstrating potential as a cytotoxic agent in cancer research.

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Solubility

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All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
DMSO 10 mg/mL (22.69 mM)
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO. The recommended stock concentration is 10 mM in DMSO.)
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.