Afzelin

Afzelin Structure
Afzelin structure
Common Name Afzelin
CAS Number 482-39-3 Molecular Weight 432.378
Density 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 Boiling Point 765.6±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Molecular Formula C21H20O10 Melting Point N/A
MSDS Chinese USA Flash Point 272.4±26.4 °C

Antibacterial effects of afzelin isolated from Cornus macrophylla on Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a leading cause of illness in immunocompromised individuals.

Molecules 19(3) , 3173-80, (2014)

The crude ethyl acetate extract of the leaves of Cornus macrophylla showed antibacterial activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a leading cause of illness in immunocompromised individuals. Bioactivity-guided separation led to the isolation of kaempferol 3-O...

Antagonizing effects and mechanisms of afzelin against UVB-induced cell damage.

PLoS ONE 8(4) , e61971, (2013)

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation induces DNA damage, oxidative stress, and inflammatory processes in human keratinocytes, resulting in skin inflammation, photoaging, and photocarcinogenesis. Adequate protection of skin against the harmful effects of UV irradiation ...