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Cryptolepinone

Also known as Hydroxycryptolepine, 5,10-Dihydro-5-methyl-11H-quindolin-11-one, 11H-Quindolin-11-one, 5,10-dihydro-5-methyl-

CAS 160113-29-1Formula C16H12N2OMolar mass 248.29 g/mol
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Cryptolepinone chemical structure, C16H12N2O, CAS 160113-29-1
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CAS number
160113-29-1
Formula
C16H12N2O
Molar mass
248.29 g/mol
HS code
293399
Category
Heterocyclic building blocks

What is Cryptolepinone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

5-methyl-10H-indolo[3,2-b]quinolin-11-one has been reported in Sida acuta and Cryptolepis sanguinolenta.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
5-methyl-10H-indolo[3,2-b]quinolin-11-one
CAS number
160113-29-1Other or deprecated CAS: 178884-07-6
Molecular formula
C16H12N2O
UNII
RLM5790QIR
InChIKey
RSDQEJTWGFZASQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H12N2O/c1-18-13-9-5-3-7-11(13)16(19)14-15(18)10-6-2-4-8-12(10)17-14/h2-9,17H,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CN1C2=CC=CC=C2C(=O)C3=C1C4=CC=CC=C4N3

Synonyms

  • Hydroxycryptolepine
  • 5,10-Dihydro-5-methyl-11H-quindolin-11-one
  • 11H-Quindolin-11-one, 5,10-dihydro-5-methyl-
  • 5-Methyl-5H-quindolin-11-ol
  • 5-methyl-10H-indolo[3,2-b]quinolin-11-one
  • 5H-Quindolin-11-ol, 5-methyl-
  • 11-Hydroxy-5-methyl-5H-quindoline
  • Rsdqejtwgfzasq-uhfffaoysa-
  • 5-Methyl-5,10-dihydro-11H-indolo[3,2-b]quinolin-11-one

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
248.29 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
248.095 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.17calc.
Topological polar surface area
37.79 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
19calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
4calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.06calc.
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=c1c2ccccc2[nH]c2c1[nH]c1ccccc12

O=c1c2ccccc2[nH]c2c1[nH]c1ccccc12

4 rings, 18 atoms, the 5,10-Dihydroindolo[3,2-b]quinolin-11-one ring system.

2 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 Cryptolepinone is traded under.

HS 2933.99Indicative HS code

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

World exports in 2024
$12.1B
−31.0% vs 2023, imports $28.8B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China30.5%
  2. India * partner reported16.3%
  3. Ireland9.0%
Top importers
  1. Slovenia31.7%
  2. Italy24.2%
  3. United States5.0%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Cryptolepinone?

5-methyl-10H-indolo[3,2-b]quinolin-11-one has been reported in Sida acuta and Cryptolepis sanguinolenta.

What is the CAS number of Cryptolepinone?

The CAS registry number of Cryptolepinone is 160113-29-1. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 178884-07-6.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Cryptolepinone?

The molecular formula of Cryptolepinone is C16H12N2O and its molar mass is 248.29 g/mol.

What is Cryptolepinone used for?

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

Is Cryptolepinone hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Cryptolepinone 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 Cryptolepinone?

Cryptolepinone is usually classified under HS code 293399 (Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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