2-[(1R)-2-carboxy-1-(naphthalen-1-ylmethyl)ethyl]-1,3-dioxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-isoindole-5-carboxylic acid

This compound is a synthetic small molecule with the chemical formula C23H17NO6 and a molecular weight of approximately 403.39 g/mol[3][5][9]. It is known by the code names WH6 and PD004171 and has been referenced in drug research databases as an experimental agent[10]. The structure features a phthalimide (isoindole dione) core substituted with a naphthalene-containing side chain. There is no evidence that it has reached clinical development or approval for any therapeutic indication. Its mechanism of action and biological targets are not described in public sources; it appears to be primarily used as a chemical probe or experimental tool compound in research settings[10].

Other names

2-[(2R)-1-carboxy-3-(naphthalen-1-yl)propan-2-yl]-1,3-dioxoisoindole-5-carboxylic acid2-propanyl]-1,3-dioxo-5-isoindolinecarboxylic acidDB08731DB-08731DB 08731