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Aurone

Also known as (2Z)-2-benzylidene-1-benzofuran-3(2H)-one, benzylidenebenzofuran-3(2H)-one, (2Z)-2-benzylidene-1-benzofuran-3-one

CAS 37542-14-6Formula C15H10O2Molar mass 222.24 g/mol
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Aurone chemical structure, C15H10O2, CAS 37542-14-6
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
37542-14-6
Formula
C15H10O2
Molar mass
222.24 g/mol
HS code
293299
Category
Heterocyclic building blocks

What is Aurone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Aurone is a simplest memebr of the class of aurones that is 1-benzofuran-3(2H)-one in which both hydrogens at position 2 are substituted by a benzylidene group (the Z-isomer). It is a cyclic ketone and a member of aurones.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2Z)-2-benzylidene-1-benzofuran-3-one
CAS number
37542-14-6Other or deprecated CAS: 582-04-7
Molecular formula
C15H10O2
UNII
PV983VM39X
InChIKey
OMUOMODZGKSORV-UVTDQMKNSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C15H10O2/c16-15-12-8-4-5-9-13(12)17-14(15)10-11-6-2-1-3-7-11/h1-10H/b14-10-
Canonical SMILES
O=C1C(=Cc2ccccc2)Oc2ccccc21
Isomeric SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)/C=C\2/C(=O)C3=CC=CC=C3O2

Synonyms

  • (2Z)-2-benzylidene-1-benzofuran-3(2H)-one
  • benzylidenebenzofuran-3(2H)-one
  • (2Z)-2-benzylidene-1-benzofuran-3-one
  • (Z)-Aurone
  • 2-benzylidene-3(2H)-benzofuranone
  • Aurone, (Z)-
  • 2-Benzylidene-coumaran-3-one
  • 2-Benzylidenebenzofuran-3(2H)-one
  • CMLD3_000104
  • 2-(phenylmethylene)benzo[b]furan-3-one
  • (2Z)-2-(Phenylmethylene)-3(2H)-benzofuranone
  • 3(2H)-Benzofuranone, 2-(phenylmethylene)-, (Z)-
  • 3(2H)-Benzofuranone, 2-(phenylmethylene)-, (2Z)-
  • (2Z)-2-(Phenylmethylidene)-1-benzofuran-3-one
  • 2-[(Z)-1-Phenylmethylidene]-1-benzofuran-3-one

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
222.24 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
222.0681 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.3calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
17calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 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, O=C1C(=Cc2ccccc2)Oc2ccccc21

O=C1C(=Cc2ccccc2)Oc2ccccc21

3 rings, 17 atoms.

1,161 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

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

HS 2932.99Indicative HS code

Heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, other

World exports in 2024
$3.81B
+10.3% vs 2023, imports $7.05B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China28.9%
  2. Switzerland * partner reported12.7%
  3. Germany7.8%
Top importers
  1. United States49.7%
  2. China11.9%
  3. India * partner reported3.3%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Aurone?

Aurone is a simplest memebr of the class of aurones that is 1-benzofuran-3(2H)-one in which both hydrogens at position 2 are substituted by a benzylidene group (the Z-isomer). It is a cyclic ketone and a member of aurones.

What is the CAS number of Aurone?

The CAS registry number of Aurone is 37542-14-6. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 582-04-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Aurone?

The molecular formula of Aurone is C15H10O2 and its molar mass is 222.24 g/mol.

What is Aurone used for?

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

Is Aurone hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Aurone is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Aurone?

Aurone is usually classified under HS code 293299 (Heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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