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Fulvene

Also known as 5-methylene-1,3-cyclopentadiene, 5-methylidenecyclopenta-1,3-diene, fulvene, Fulven

CAS 497-20-1Formula C6H6Molar mass 78.11 g/mol
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Fulvene chemical structure, C6H6, CAS 497-20-1
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
497-20-1
Formula
C6H6
Molar mass
78.11 g/mol
HS code
290219
Category
Olefins and dienes

What is Fulvene?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Fulvene is an organic cyclic compound that consists of cyclopentadiene bearing a methylene substituent. The parent of the class of fulvenes.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
fulvene
CAS number
497-20-1 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C6H6
UNII
19W699IKIE
InChIKey
PGTKVMVZBBZCKQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H6/c1-6-4-2-3-5-6/h2-5H,1H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C=C1C=CC=C1

Synonyms

  • 5-methylene-1,3-cyclopentadiene
  • 5-methylidenecyclopenta-1,3-diene, fulvene
  • Fulven
  • fulveno
  • 5-methylidenecyclopenta-1,3-diene
  • 1,3-Cyclopentadiene, 5-methylene-

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
78.11 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
78.047 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.67calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
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, C=C1C=CC=C1

C=C1C=CC=C1

1 ring, 6 atoms. This chemical is the scaffold itself.

114 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 Fulvene is traded under.

HS 2902.19Indicative HS code

Cyclanes, cyclenes and cycloterpenes, other

World exports in 2024
$979M
+24.3% vs 2023, imports $1B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.4%
  2. United States20.6%
  3. Germany13.6%
Top importers
  1. India * partner reported9.9%
  2. United States9.8%
  3. South Korea9.5%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Fulvene?

Fulvene is an organic cyclic compound that consists of cyclopentadiene bearing a methylene substituent. The parent of the class of fulvenes.

What is the CAS number of Fulvene?

The CAS registry number of Fulvene is 497-20-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Fulvene?

The molecular formula of Fulvene is C6H6 and its molar mass is 78.11 g/mol.

Is Fulvene hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Fulvene 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 Fulvene?

Fulvene is usually classified under HS code 290219 (Cyclanes, cyclenes and cycloterpenes, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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