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Harmol

Also known as 1-methyl-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-ol, 9H-Pyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-ol, 1-methyl-, 1-Methyl-9H-beta-carbolin-7-ol

CAS 487-03-6Formula C12H10N2OMolar mass 198.23 g/molEC 207-645-9
Harmol chemical structure, C12H10N2O, CAS 487-03-6
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
487-03-6
Formula
C12H10N2O
Molar mass
198.23 g/mol
EC number
207-645-9
HS code
293399
Category
Heterocyclic building blocks

What is Harmol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Harmol is a 9H-beta-carboline carrying a methyl substituent at C-1 and a hydroxy group at C-7, major microspecies at pH 7.3. It has a role as an autophagy inducer, an antifungal agent and an apoptosis inducer. It is an indole alkaloid and a harmala alkaloid. It is functionally related to a beta-carboline.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
1-methyl-2,9-dihydropyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-one
CAS number
487-03-6 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 40580-83-4
EC number
207-645-9
Molecular formula
C12H10N2O
UNII
7PQ075MCA6
MDL number
MFCD00834164
InChIKey
LBBJNGFCXDOYMQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C12H10N2O/c1-7-12-10(4-5-13-7)9-3-2-8(15)6-11(9)14-12/h2-6,13-14H,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC1=C2C(=C3C=CC(=O)C=C3N2)C=CN1

Synonyms

  • 1-methyl-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-ol
  • 9H-Pyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-ol, 1-methyl-
  • 1-Methyl-9H-beta-carbolin-7-ol
  • 1-methyl-2,9-dihydropyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-one
  • 1-methylbeta-carbolin-7-ol
  • 1-Methyl-9H-pyrido(3,4-b)indol-7-ol
  • 9H-Pyrido(3,4-b)indol-7-ol, 1-methyl-
  • 1-methyl-9~{H}-pyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-ol
  • 7-Hydroxyharman
  • Methylpyridoindolol
  • Harmol (Standard)
  • 9H-Pyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-ol, 1-methyl-, Harmol (6CI,7CI), NSC 72292, 1-methyl-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-ol
  • HARMINE_met003
  • 7-Hydroxy-1-methyl-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indole
  • DivK1c_006548
  • 1-Methyl-9H-?-carbolin-7-ol
  • 1-methyl-7-hydroxy-beta-carboline
  • 7-hydroxyl-1-methyl-beta-carboline
  • beta 7-Hydroxy-1-methyl--Carboline
  • 1-Methyl-9H-beta-carbolin-7-ol #
  • Sdccgmls-0066699.p001
  • beta-Carboline, 7-hydroxy-1-methyl-
  • 1-methyl-2,9-dihydro-beta-carbolin-7-one
  • 1-Methyl-9H-beta-carbolin-7-ol (harmalol)
  • 1-Methyl-9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-ol, 9CI
Show all 28 synonyms
  • 1-Methyl-2,9-dihydro-7H-pyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-one
  • 9H-Pyrido(3,4-b)indol-7-ol, 1-methyl- (8CI)(9CI)
  • HFI

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
198.23 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
198.0793 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.32calc.
Topological polar surface area
48.65 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
15calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
3calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.08calc.
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=c1ccc2c(c1)[nH]c1c[nH]ccc12

O=c1ccc2c(c1)[nH]c1c[nH]ccc12

3 rings, 14 atoms, the 9H-Pyrido[3,4-b]indol-7-ol ring system.

8 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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Roles

  • antifungal agent
  • antimicrobial agent
  • apoptosis inducer
  • autophagy inducer

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 Harmol 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Harmol?

Harmol is a 9H-beta-carboline carrying a methyl substituent at C-1 and a hydroxy group at C-7, major microspecies at pH 7.3. It has a role as an autophagy inducer, an antifungal agent and an apoptosis inducer. It is an indole alkaloid and a harmala alkaloid. It is functionally related to a beta-carboline.

What is the CAS number of Harmol?

The CAS registry number of Harmol is 487-03-6. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 40580-83-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Harmol?

The molecular formula of Harmol is C12H10N2O and its molar mass is 198.23 g/mol.

What is Harmol used for?

Known uses and roles of Harmol include building blocks in research and laboratory, screening compounds in research and laboratory, antifungal agent, antimicrobial agent, apoptosis inducer and 1 more.

Is Harmol hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Harmol 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 Harmol?

Harmol 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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