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Dihydromevinolin

Also known as 4a,5-Dihydromevinolin, Lovastatin EP Impurity E, 4a,5-Dihydro Lovastatin

CAS 77517-29-4Formula C24H38O5Molar mass 406.56 g/mol
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Dihydromevinolin chemical structure, C24H38O5, CAS 77517-29-4
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
77517-29-4
Formula
C24H38O5
Molar mass
406.56 g/mol
HS code
293220
Category
Impurities and reference standards

What is Dihydromevinolin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

[(1S,3S,4aR,7S,8S,8aR)-8-[2-[(2R,4R)-4-hydroxy-6-oxooxan-2-yl]ethyl]-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,7,8,8a-octahydronaphthalen-1-yl] (2S)-2-methylbutanoate has been reported in Monascus purpureus.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
[(1S,3S,4aR,7S,8S,8aR)-8-[2-[(2R,4R)-4-hydroxy-6-oxooxan-2-yl]ethyl]-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,7,8,8a-octahydronaphthalen-1-yl] (2S)-2-methylbutanoate
CAS number
77517-29-4 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C24H38O5
UNII
W53N9X64FM
InChIKey
IFIFFBWHLKGTMO-LDIGTXGYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C24H38O5/c1-5-15(3)24(27)29-21-11-14(2)10-17-7-6-16(4)20(23(17)21)9-8-19-12-18(25)13-22(26)28-19/h6-7,14-21,23,25H,5,8-13H2,1-4H3/t14-,15-,16-,17-,18+,19+,20-,21-,23+/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CCC(C)C(=O)OC1CC(C)CC2C=CC(C)C(CCC3CC(O)CC(=O)O3)C21
Isomeric SMILES
CC[C@H](C)C(=O)O[C@H]1C[C@H](C[C@H]2[C@@H]1[C@H]([C@H](C=C2)C)CC[C@@H]3C[C@H](CC(=O)O3)O)C

Synonyms

  • 4a,5-Dihydromevinolin
  • Lovastatin EP Impurity E
  • 4a,5-Dihydro Lovastatin
  • [(1S,3S,4aR,7S,8S,8aR)-8-[2-[(2R,4R)-4-hydroxy-6-oxooxan-2-yl]ethyl]-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,7,8,8a-octahydronaphthalen-1-yl] (2S)-2-methylbutanoate
  • (1S,3S,4aR,7S,8S,8aS)-8-(2-((2R,4R)-4-hydroxy-6-oxotetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yl)ethyl)-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,7,8,8a-octahydronaphthalen-1-yl (S)-2-methylbutanoate
  • (1S,3S,4aR,7S,8S,8aR)-8-{2-[(2R,4R)-4-Hydroxy-6-oxooxan-2-yl]ethyl}-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,7,8,8a-octahydronaphthalen-1-yl (2S)-2-methylbutanoate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
406.56 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
406.2719 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.28calc.
Topological polar surface area
72.83 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
6calc.
Heavy atoms
29calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.83calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
9calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=C1CCCC(CCC2CC=CC3CCCCC32)O1

O=C1CCCC(CCC2CC=CC3CCCCC32)O1

3 rings, 19 atoms.

11 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

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Uses and applications

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Pharmacological actions

  • Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Dihydromevinolin is traded under.

HS 2932.20Indicative HS code

Lactones

World exports in 2024
$1.97B
−4.7% vs 2023, imports $2.07B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China56.3%
  2. India * partner reported7.4%
  3. Germany7.3%
Top importers
  1. United States14.2%
  2. India * partner reported13.5%
  3. Brazil8.5%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Dihydromevinolin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Dihydromevinolin, based on the data on this page

What is Dihydromevinolin?

[(1S,3S,4aR,7S,8S,8aR)-8-[2-[(2R,4R)-4-hydroxy-6-oxooxan-2-yl]ethyl]-3,7-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,7,8,8a-octahydronaphthalen-1-yl] (2S)-2-methylbutanoate has been reported in Monascus purpureus.

What is the CAS number of Dihydromevinolin?

The CAS registry number of Dihydromevinolin is 77517-29-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Dihydromevinolin?

The molecular formula of Dihydromevinolin is C24H38O5 and its molar mass is 406.56 g/mol.

What is Dihydromevinolin used for?

Known uses and roles of Dihydromevinolin include cooling agents in flavors and fragrances and hydroxymethylglutaryl-coa reductase inhibitors.

Is Dihydromevinolin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Dihydromevinolin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Dihydromevinolin?

Dihydromevinolin is usually classified under HS code 293220 (Lactones). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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