The molecule is a macrolide and an agent highly effective against plant-pathogenic fungi. It was extensively researched for agricultural use until it was discovered to be a teratogen. It has a role as a bacterial metabolite, an EC 6.4.1.2 (acetyl-CoA carboxylase) inhibitor and a teratogenic agent. It is a macrolide, an ether, a cyclic hemiketal and an olefinic compound.
(1R,2S,5S,10S,11R,12E,14S,15S,16S,17S,18R)-1,17-dihydroxy-10,11,18-trimethoxy-2,14,16-trimethyl-5-phenyl-4,19-dioxabicyclo[13.3.1]nonadec-12-en-3-one