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Deoxyherqueinone

Also known as (9R)-4,6,7-trihydroxy-5-methoxy-1,8,8,9-tetramethyl-9H-phenaleno[1,2-b]furan-3-one, (9R)-3,4,7-trihydroxy-5-methoxy-1,8,8,9-tetramethyl-8,9-dihydro-6H-phenaleno[1,2-b]furan-6-one, (9R)-8,9-dihydro-3,4,7-trihydroxy-5-methoxy-1,8,8,9-tetramethyl-6H-phenaleno[1,2-b]furan-6-one

CAS 20887-73-4Formula C20H20O6Molar mass 356.37 g/mol
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Deoxyherqueinone chemical structure, C20H20O6, CAS 20887-73-4
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
20887-73-4
Formula
C20H20O6
Molar mass
356.37 g/mol
HS code
293299
Category
Flavonoids and polyphenols

What is Deoxyherqueinone?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Deoxyherqueinone is an organic heterotetracyclic compound that is 8,9-dihydro-4H-phenaleno[1,2-b]furan substituted by methyl groups at positions 1,8,8 and 9R, hydroxy groups at positions 3,4 and 7, methoxy group at position 5 and oxo group at position 6. It is isolated from the soil fungus, Penicillium herquei. It has a role as an antibacterial agent and a fungal metabolite. It is a polyketide, a member of phenols, an organic heterotetracyclic compound and an enone. It is a conjugate acid of a deoxyherqueinone(1-).

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(9R)-4,6,7-trihydroxy-5-methoxy-1,8,8,9-tetramethyl-9H-phenaleno[1,2-b]furan-3-one
CAS number
20887-73-4
Molecular formula
C20H20O6
InChIKey
KMPAOJFBQSXEAI-MRVPVSSYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H20O6/c1-7-6-9(21)11-12-10(7)18-14(20(3,4)8(2)26-18)15(22)13(12)17(24)19(25-5)16(11)23/h6,8,22-24H,1-5H3/t8-/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
COc1c(O)c2c3c(c4c(c(O)c3c1O)C(C)(C)C(C)O4)C(C)=CC2=O
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@@H]1C(C2=C(C3=C4C(=C2O1)C(=CC(=O)C4=C(C(=C3O)OC)O)C)O)(C)C

Synonyms

  • (9R)-4,6,7-trihydroxy-5-methoxy-1,8,8,9-tetramethyl-9H-phenaleno[1,2-b]furan-3-one
  • (9R)-3,4,7-trihydroxy-5-methoxy-1,8,8,9-tetramethyl-8,9-dihydro-6H-phenaleno[1,2-b]furan-6-one
  • (9R)-8,9-dihydro-3,4,7-trihydroxy-5-methoxy-1,8,8,9-tetramethyl-6H-phenaleno[1,2-b]furan-6-one
  • (R)-8,9-dihydro-3,4,7-trihydroxy-5-methoxy-1,8,8,9-tetramethyl-6H-phenaleno[1,2-b]furan-6-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
356.37 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
356.126 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.62calc.
Topological polar surface area
96.22 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
26calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.35calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
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=Cc2c3c(cc4cccc1c24)CCO3

O=C1C=Cc2c3c(cc4cccc1c24)CCO3

4 rings, 17 atoms.

3 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • antibacterial agent
  • antimicrobial agent
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • fungal metabolite
  • metabolite

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Deoxyherqueinone 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 Deoxyherqueinone is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Deoxyherqueinone?

Deoxyherqueinone is an organic heterotetracyclic compound that is 8,9-dihydro-4H-phenaleno[1,2-b]furan substituted by methyl groups at positions 1,8,8 and 9R, hydroxy groups at positions 3,4 and 7, methoxy group at position 5 and oxo group at position 6. It is isolated from the soil fungus, Penicillium herquei.

What is the CAS number of Deoxyherqueinone?

The CAS registry number of Deoxyherqueinone is 20887-73-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Deoxyherqueinone?

The molecular formula of Deoxyherqueinone is C20H20O6 and its molar mass is 356.37 g/mol.

What is Deoxyherqueinone used for?

Known uses and roles of Deoxyherqueinone include antibacterial agent, antimicrobial agent, eukaryotic metabolite, fungal metabolite and metabolite.

Is Deoxyherqueinone hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Deoxyherqueinone 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 Deoxyherqueinone?

Deoxyherqueinone 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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