A fungal metabolite which is a potent inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase.
Solubility: Acetone
Method for Determning Identity:
Proton NMR Spectroscopic analysis
TLC Conditions: SiO2; Dichloromethane: Methanol: 9:1; Visualized with UV and KMnO4; Rf=0.4
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20 degrees C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.