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Butantrone

Also known as Butantrona, 10-Butyryl dithranol, Butantronum

CAS 75464-11-8Formula C18H16O4Molar mass 296.32 g/mol
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Butantrone chemical structure, C18H16O4, CAS 75464-11-8
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CAS number
75464-11-8
Formula
C18H16O4
Molar mass
296.32 g/mol
HS code
291450
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is Butantrone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Butantrone is the 10-butyryl derivative of dithranol with antipsoriatic activity.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
10-butanoyl-1,8-dihydroxy-10H-anthracen-9-one
CAS number
75464-11-8 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C18H16O4
UNII
9P148IBA8M
InChIKey
AHZXFRRDQXXPJD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C18H16O4/c1-2-5-12(19)15-10-6-3-8-13(20)16(10)18(22)17-11(15)7-4-9-14(17)21/h3-4,6-9,15,20-21H,2,5H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCC(=O)C1C2=C(C(=CC=C2)O)C(=O)C3=C1C=CC=C3O

Synonyms

  • Butantrona
  • 10-Butyryl dithranol
  • Butantronum
  • 10-Butyryl-1,8-dihydroxy-10H-anthracen-9-one (Butantrone)
  • 10-butanoyl-1,8-dihydroxy-10H-anthracen-9-one
  • 10-Butyryl-1,8-dihydroxyanthrone
  • Dithranol, 10-butyryl-
  • 9(10H)-anthracenone, 1,8-dihydroxy-10-(1-oxobutyl)-
  • 1,8-dihydroxy-10-butyryl-9-anthrone
  • 10-Butanoyl-1,8-dihydroxyanthracen-9(10H)-one
  • 10-Butyryl-1,8-dihydroxy-10H-anthracen-9-one(Butantrone)

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
296.32 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
296.1049 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.14calc.
Topological polar surface area
74.6 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
22calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.22calc.
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=C1c2ccccc2Cc2ccccc21

O=C1c2ccccc2Cc2ccccc21

3 rings, 15 atoms, the Anthrone ring system.

128 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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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 Butantrone is traded under.

HS 2914.50Indicative HS code

Ketone-phenols and ketones with other oxygen function

World exports in 2024
$438M
+10.9% vs 2023, imports $420M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China50.5%
  2. India * partner reported11.6%
  3. United States11.3%
Top importers
  1. United States20.8%
  2. Germany10.0%
  3. Netherlands8.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Butantrone?

Butantrone is the 10-butyryl derivative of dithranol with antipsoriatic activity.

What is the CAS number of Butantrone?

The CAS registry number of Butantrone is 75464-11-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Butantrone?

The molecular formula of Butantrone is C18H16O4 and its molar mass is 296.32 g/mol.

What is Butantrone used for?

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

Is Butantrone hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Butantrone 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 Butantrone?

Butantrone is usually classified under HS code 291450 (Ketone-phenols and ketones with other oxygen function). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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