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Catenarin

Also known as Caterarin, 4-Hydroxyemodin, 1,4,5,7-tetrahydroxy-2-methylanthracene-9,10-dione

CAS 476-46-0Formula C15H10O6Molar mass 286.24 g/mol
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Catenarin chemical structure, C15H10O6, CAS 476-46-0
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
476-46-0
Formula
C15H10O6
Molar mass
286.24 g/mol
HS code
291469
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is Catenarin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

4-hydroxyemodin has been reported in Talaromyces islandicus, Aspergillus ruber, and other organisms.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
1,4,5,7-tetrahydroxy-2-methylanthracene-9,10-dione
CAS number
476-46-0 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C15H10O6
UNII
EHN5P96V6S
InChIKey
VWDXGKUTGQJJHJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C15H10O6/c1-5-2-8(17)11-12(13(5)19)14(20)7-3-6(16)4-9(18)10(7)15(11)21/h2-4,16-19H,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC1=CC(=C2C(=C1O)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C(=CC(=C3)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • Caterarin
  • 4-Hydroxyemodin
  • 1,4,5,7-tetrahydroxy-2-methylanthracene-9,10-dione
  • Anthraquinone, 1,4,5,7-tetrahydroxy-2-methyl-
  • 9,10-Anthracenedione, 1,4,5,7-tetrahydroxy-2-methyl-
  • Katenarin
  • 1,4,6,8-Tetrahydroxy-3-methylanthraquinone
  • 1,4,5,7-Tetrahydroxy-2-methylanthraquinone
  • 9,10-Anthracenedione, 2-methyl-1,4,5,7-tetrahydroxy-
  • 1,4,5,7-tetrahydroxy-2-methyl-anthracene-9,10-dione
  • 4-08-00-03687 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • 1,4,5,7-Tetrahydroxy-2-methyl-9,10-anthracenedione
  • 1,4,5,7-tetrahydroxy-2-methyl-9,10-dihydroanthracene-9,10-dione
  • 9, 1,4,5,7-tetrahydroxy-2-methyl-
  • Anthraquinone,4,5,7-tetrahydroxy-2-methyl-
  • Tetrahydroxy-2-methylanthraquinone, 1,4,5,7-
  • 1,4,5,7-Tetrahydroxy-2-methylanthra-9,10-quinone #
  • Caterarin, Katenarin, 4-Hydroxyemodin, 1,4,5,7-Tetrahydroxy-2-methylanthroquinone

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
286.24 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
286.0477 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.59calc.
Topological polar surface area
115.1 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
4calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
21calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.07calc.
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=C1c2ccccc2C(=O)c2ccccc21

O=C1c2ccccc2C(=O)c2ccccc21

3 rings, 16 atoms, the Anthraquinone ring system.

2,059 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 Catenarin is traded under.

HS 2914.69Indicative HS code

Quinones, other

World exports in 2024
$162M
−10.1% vs 2023, imports $157M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China32.8%
  2. Netherlands29.3%
  3. Japan13.8%
Top importers
  1. United States23.0%
  2. India * partner reported16.1%
  3. Thailand7.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Catenarin?

4-hydroxyemodin has been reported in Talaromyces islandicus, Aspergillus ruber, and other organisms.

What is the CAS number of Catenarin?

The CAS registry number of Catenarin is 476-46-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Catenarin?

The molecular formula of Catenarin is C15H10O6 and its molar mass is 286.24 g/mol.

What is Catenarin used for?

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

Is Catenarin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Catenarin 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 Catenarin?

Catenarin is usually classified under HS code 291469 (Quinones, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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