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Asperin

Also known as Formosanin C, Diosgenin 3-O-alpha-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-4)-alpha-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-4)-(alpha-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-2))-beta-glucopyranoside, Paris saponin II

Asperin chemical structure, C51H82O20, CAS 50773-42-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
50773-42-7
Formula
C51H82O20
Molar mass
1,015.20 g/mol
EC number
683-220-5
HS code
293890
Category
Steroids and sterols

What is Asperin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Formosanin C has been reported in Ypsilandra thibetica, Paris polyphylla var. chinensis, and other organisms.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2S,3R,4R,5R,6S)-2-[(2S,3R,4S,5R,6S)-4,5-dihydroxy-6-[(2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-4-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-[(1S,2S,4S,5'R,6R,7S,8R,9S,12S,13R,16S)-5',7,9,13-tetramethylspiro[5-oxapentacyclo[10.8.0.02,9.04,8.013,18]icos-18-ene-6,2'-oxane]-16-yl]oxy-5-[(2S,3R,4R,5R,6S)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-methyloxan-2-yl]oxyoxan-3-yl]oxy-2-methyloxan-3-yl]oxy-6-methyloxane-3,4,5-triol
CAS number
50773-42-7
EC number
683-220-5
Molecular formula
C51H82O20
InChIKey
OZIHYFWYFUSXIS-HDDFSWBLSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C51H82O20/c1-20-10-15-51(62-19-20)21(2)32-30(71-51)17-29-27-9-8-25-16-26(11-13-49(25,6)28(27)12-14-50(29,32)7)66-48-44(70-46-39(59)36(56)34(54)23(4)64-46)41(61)43(31(18-52)67-48)69-47-40(60)37(57)42(24(5)65-47)68-45-38(58)35(55)33(53)22(3)63-45/h8,20-24,26-48,52-61H,9-19H2,1-7H3/t20-,21+,22+,23+,24+,26+,27-,28+,29+,30+,31-,32+,33+,34+,35-,36-,37+,38-,39-,40-,41+,42+,43-,44-,45+,46+,47+,48-,49+,50+,51-/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
CC1CCC2(OC1)OC1CC3C4CC=C5CC(OC6OC(CO)C(OC7OC(C)C(OC8OC(C)C(O)C(O)C8O)C(O)C7O)C(O)C6OC6OC(C)C(O)C(O)C6O)CCC5(C)C4CCC3(C)C1C2C
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@@H]1CC[C@@]2([C@H]([C@H]3[C@@H](O2)C[C@@H]4[C@@]3(CC[C@H]5[C@H]4CC=C6[C@@]5(CC[C@@H](C6)O[C@H]7[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O7)CO)O[C@H]8[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](O8)C)O[C@H]9[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](O9)C)O)O)O)O)O)O)O[C@H]2[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](O2)C)O)O)O)C)C)C)OC1

Synonyms

  • Formosanin C
  • Diosgenin 3-O-alpha-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-4)-alpha-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-4)-(alpha-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-2))-beta-glucopyranoside
  • Paris saponin II
  • (25R)-Spirost-5-en-3beta-ol 3-O-alpha-L-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-2)-O-[[alpha-L-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-4)]-O-[alpha-L-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-4)]]-beta-D-glucopyranoside
  • paris II
  • Formosanin C (Standard)
  • Pennogenin rahamnosyl chacotrioside
  • (25R)-diosgenin-3-O-alpha-L-rha-(1->4)-alpha-L-rha-(1->4)-[alpha-L-rha-(1->2)]-beta-D-glc
  • (25R)-Spirost-5-en-3|A-ol 3-O-|A-L-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-2)-O-[[|A-L-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-4)]-O-[|A-L-rhamnopyranosyl-(1-4)]]-|A-D-glucopyranoside

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
1,015.20 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
1,014.5399 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.09calc.
Topological polar surface area
294.6 ร…ยฒcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
10calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
20calc.
Rotatable bonds
9calc.
Heavy atoms
71calc.
Rings
10calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.96calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
31calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (3 violations)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=C2CC(OC3OCC(OC4CCC(OC5CCCCO5)CO4)CC3OC3CCCCO3)CCC2C2CCC3C4CC5(CCCCO5)OC4CC3C2C1

C1=C2CC(OC3OCC(OC4CCC(OC5CCCCO5)CO4)CC3OC3CCCCO3)CCC2C2CCC3C4CC5(CCCCO5)OC4CC3C2C1

10 rings, 53 atoms.

3 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary statements (5)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Asperin is traded under.

HS 2938.90Indicative HS code

Natural or reproduced by synthesis, other than rutoside (rutin) and its derivatives

World exports in 2024
$1.4B
โˆ’8.3% vs 2023, imports $1.35B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China49.2%
  2. France * partner reported8.9%
  3. Malaysia6.1%
Top importers
  1. United States22.3%
  2. India * partner reported7.8%
  3. Brazil5.5%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Asperin, based on the data on this page

What is Asperin?

Formosanin C has been reported in Ypsilandra thibetica, Paris polyphylla var. chinensis, and other organisms.

What is the CAS number of Asperin?

The CAS registry number of Asperin is 50773-42-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Asperin?

The molecular formula of Asperin is C51H82O20 and its molar mass is 1,015.20 g/mol.

Is Asperin hazardous?

Asperin carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Asperin?

Asperin is usually classified under HS code 293890 (Glycosides, natural or reproduced by synthesis, and their salts, ethers, esters andโ€ฆ). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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