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coccinelline
- Product Name
- coccinelline
- CAS No.
- 34290-97-6
- Chemical Name
- coccinelline
- Synonyms
- Coccinellin;Coccinelline;(3aβ,6aα,9aβ)-Dodecahydro-2α-methylpyrido[2,1,6-de]quinolizine 10-oxide;(3aα,6aβ,9aα)-Dodecahydro-2β-methylpyrido[2,1,6-de]quinolizine 10-oxide
- CBNumber
- CB52296901
- Molecular Formula
- C13H23NO
- Formula Weight
- 209.32782
- MOL File
- 34290-97-6.mol
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coccinelline Chemical Properties,Usage,Production
Description
Coccinelline, a tricyclic N-oxide alkaloid secreted by various ladybugs including the seven-spotted ladybug, is released through "reflexive hemorrhage" when ladybugs are threatened. This release imparts a bitter taste and toxicity to the hemolymph, making it a crucial chemical defense mechanism against predators.
Application
Due to its unique chemical structure and biological activity, coccinelline and its derivatives are being studied for the development of biopesticides or insecticides, as well as for exploring its binding activity against nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in insects and mammals in medicinal chemistry. This could potentially lead to applications in pest control or the treatment of nervous system diseases.
coccinelline Preparation Products And Raw materials
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