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Prodigiosin

Also known as (2E)-3-methoxy-2-((5-methyl-4-pentyl-1H-pyrrol-2-yl)methylidene)-5-(1H-pyrrol-2-yl)pyrrole, 2,2'-Bi-1H-pyrrole, 4-methoxy-5-((5-methyl-4-pentyl-2H-pyrrol-2-ylidene)methyl)-, 4-Methoxy-5-((5-methyl-4-pentyl-2H-pyrrol-2-ylidene)methyl)-2,2'-bipyrrole

CAS 82-89-3Formula C20H25N3OMolar mass 323.44 g/mol
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Prodigiosin chemical structure, C20H25N3O, CAS 82-89-3
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
82-89-3
Formula
C20H25N3O
Molar mass
323.44 g/mol
HS code
293399
Category
Heterocyclic compounds

What is Prodigiosin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Prodigiosin has been reported in Serratia marcescens.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(5E)-5-[[3-methoxy-5-(1H-pyrrol-2-yl)-1H-pyrrol-2-yl]methylidene]-2-methyl-3-pentylpyrrole
CAS number
82-89-3 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C20H25N3O
InChIKey
SZXDNGVQRDTJSD-FOWTUZBSSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H25N3O/c1-4-5-6-8-15-11-16(22-14(15)2)12-19-20(24-3)13-18(23-19)17-9-7-10-21-17/h7,9-13,21,23H,4-6,8H2,1-3H3/b16-12+
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCC1=CC(=Cc2[nH]c(-c3ccc[nH]3)cc2OC)N=C1C
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCCC1=C/C(=C\C2=C(C=C(N2)C3=CC=CN3)OC)/N=C1C

Synonyms

  • (2E)-3-methoxy-2-((5-methyl-4-pentyl-1H-pyrrol-2-yl)methylidene)-5-(1H-pyrrol-2-yl)pyrrole
  • 2,2'-Bi-1H-pyrrole, 4-methoxy-5-((5-methyl-4-pentyl-2H-pyrrol-2-ylidene)methyl)-
  • 4-Methoxy-5-((5-methyl-4-pentyl-2H-pyrrol-2-ylidene)methyl)-2,2'-bipyrrole

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
323.44 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
323.1998 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
5.34calc.
Topological polar surface area
53.17 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
7calc.
Heavy atoms
24calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.35calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)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, C1=CC(=Cc2ccc(-c3ccc[nH]3)[nH]2)N=C1

C1=CC(=Cc2ccc(-c3ccc[nH]3)[nH]2)N=C1

3 rings, 16 atoms.

1 other chemical share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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Uses and applications

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Pharmacological actions

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents

Roles

  • antimicrobial agent
  • antineoplastic agent
  • apoptosis inducer
  • bacterial metabolite
  • biological pigment
  • biophysical role
  • metabolite
  • pharmaceutical
  • prokaryotic metabolite

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 Prodigiosin is traded under.

HS 2933.99Indicative HS code

Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, other

World exports in 2024
$12.1B
−31.0% vs 2023, imports $28.8B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China30.5%
  2. India * partner reported16.3%
  3. Ireland9.0%
Top importers
  1. Slovenia31.7%
  2. Italy24.2%
  3. United States5.0%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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What is Prodigiosin?

Prodigiosin has been reported in Serratia marcescens.

What is the CAS number of Prodigiosin?

The CAS registry number of Prodigiosin is 82-89-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Prodigiosin?

The molecular formula of Prodigiosin is C20H25N3O and its molar mass is 323.44 g/mol.

What is Prodigiosin used for?

Known uses and roles of Prodigiosin include antimicrobial agent, antineoplastic agent, apoptosis inducer, bacterial metabolite, biological pigment and 5 more.

Is Prodigiosin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Prodigiosin 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 Prodigiosin?

Prodigiosin is usually classified under HS code 293399 (Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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