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Asterric acid

Also known as Benzoic acid, 2-(2-carboxy-3-hydroxy-5-methylphenoxy)-5-hydroxy-3-methoxy-, 1-methyl ester, 2-hydroxy-6-(4-hydroxy-2-methoxy-6-methoxycarbonylphenoxy)-4-methylbenzoic acid, 2-Hydroxy-6-[4-hydroxy-2-methoxy-6-(methoxycarbonyl)phenoxy]-4-methylbenzoic acid

CAS 577-64-0Formula C17H16O8Molar mass 348.31 g/molEC 804-200-6
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Hazardous to the environment 1 supplier listed
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Asterric acid chemical structure, C17H16O8, CAS 577-64-0
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
577-64-0
Formula
C17H16O8
Molar mass
348.31 g/mol
EC number
804-200-6
HS code
291899
Category
Screening compounds

What is Asterric acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Asterric acid is an aromatic ether.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-hydroxy-6-(4-hydroxy-2-methoxy-6-methoxycarbonylphenoxy)-4-methylbenzoic acid
CAS number
577-64-0 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
804-200-6
Molecular formula
C17H16O8
UNII
J3Q23XL4KN
MDL number
MFCD00216131
InChIKey
XOKVHFNTYHPEHN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C17H16O8/c1-8-4-11(19)14(16(20)21)12(5-8)25-15-10(17(22)24-3)6-9(18)7-13(15)23-2/h4-7,18-19H,1-3H3,(H,20,21)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC1=CC(=C(C(=C1)OC2=C(C=C(C=C2OC)O)C(=O)OC)C(=O)O)O

Synonyms

  • Benzoic acid, 2-(2-carboxy-3-hydroxy-5-methylphenoxy)-5-hydroxy-3-methoxy-, 1-methyl ester
  • 2-hydroxy-6-(4-hydroxy-2-methoxy-6-methoxycarbonylphenoxy)-4-methylbenzoic acid
  • 2-Hydroxy-6-[4-hydroxy-2-methoxy-6-(methoxycarbonyl)phenoxy]-4-methylbenzoic acid
  • 2-Hydroxy-6-(4-hydroxy-2-methoxy-6-(methoxycarbonyl)phenoxy)-4-methylbenzoic acid
  • MEGxm0_000244
  • ACon0_000930
  • ACon1_001529
  • Xokvhfntyhpehn-uhfffaoysa-
  • Asterric acid, >=95% (LC/MS-ELSD)
  • Methyl 2-(2-carboxy-3-hydroxy-5-methylphenoxy)-5-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoate
  • 2-(2-(methoxycarbonyl)-4-hydroxy-6-methoxyphenoxy)-6-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid
  • 2-(2-carbomethoxy-4-hydroxy-6-methoxy-phenoxy)-6-hydroxy-4-methyl-benzoic acid
  • 2-(2-methoxy-6-methoxycarbonyl-4-oxidanyl-phenoxy)-4-methyl-6-oxidanyl-benzoic acid
  • 2-hydroxy-6-(4-hydroxy-2-methoxy-6-methoxycarbonyl-phenoxy)-4-meta??hyl-benzoic acid
  • 2-hydroxy-6-(4-hydroxy-2-methoxy-6-methoxycarbonyl-phenoxy)-4-methyl-benzoic acid

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
348.31 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
348.0845 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.69calc.
Topological polar surface area
122.5 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
7calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
25calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.18calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccc(Oc2ccccc2)cc1

c1ccc(Oc2ccccc2)cc1

2 rings, 13 atoms, the Diphenyl ether ring system.

9,579 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Hazard statements

  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (3)
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P391Collect spillage.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

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

HS 2918.99Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids, with additional oxygen function (not alcohol, phenol, aldehyde or ketone)…

World exports in 2024
$1.46B
−1.1% vs 2023, imports $1.54B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China40.0%
  2. India * partner reported26.6%
  3. Germany8.0%
Top importers
  1. United States25.6%
  2. Brazil6.7%
  3. Argentina5.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Asterric acid, based on the data on this page

What is Asterric acid?

Asterric acid is an aromatic ether.

What is the CAS number of Asterric acid?

The CAS registry number of Asterric acid is 577-64-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Asterric acid?

The molecular formula of Asterric acid is C17H16O8 and its molar mass is 348.31 g/mol.

What is Asterric acid used for?

Known uses and roles of Asterric acid include building blocks in research and laboratory and screening compounds in research and laboratory.

Is Asterric acid hazardous?

Asterric acid carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: very toxic to aquatic life, very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Asterric acid?

Asterric acid is usually classified under HS code 291899 (Carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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