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Munjistin

Also known as 1,3-dihydroxy-9,10-dioxoanthracene-2-carboxylic acid, 1,3-dihydroxy-9,10-dioxo-9,10-dihydroanthracene-2-carboxylic acid, Munjistine

CAS 478-06-8Formula C15H8O6Molar mass 284.22 g/mol
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Munjistin chemical structure, C15H8O6, CAS 478-06-8
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
478-06-8
Formula
C15H8O6
Molar mass
284.22 g/mol
HS code
291899
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is Munjistin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Munjistin has been reported in Rubia argyi, Rubia manjith, and other organisms.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
1,3-dihydroxy-9,10-dioxoanthracene-2-carboxylic acid
CAS number
478-06-8 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C15H8O6
UNII
4VTD8Q34Z9
InChIKey
PLDISGVCDWLKQC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C15H8O6/c16-9-5-8-10(14(19)11(9)15(20)21)13(18)7-4-2-1-3-6(7)12(8)17/h1-5,16,19H,(H,20,21)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)C3=CC(=C(C(=C3C2=O)O)C(=O)O)O

Synonyms

  • 1,3-dihydroxy-9,10-dioxoanthracene-2-carboxylic acid
  • 1,3-dihydroxy-9,10-dioxo-9,10-dihydroanthracene-2-carboxylic acid
  • Munjistine
  • 9,10-Dihydro-1,3-dihydroxy-9,10-dioxo-2-anthracenecarboxylic acid
  • 1,3-dihydroxyanthraquinone-2-carboxylic acid
  • 2-Anthracenecarboxylic acid, 9,10-dihydro-1,3-dihydroxy-9,10-dioxo-

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
284.22 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
284.0321 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.57calc.
Topological polar surface area
111.9 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
21calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
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, 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

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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 Munjistin is traded under.

HS 2918.99Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids, with additional oxygen function (not alcohol, phenol, aldehyde or ketone)…

World exports in 2024
$1.46B
−1.1% vs 2023, imports $1.54B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China40.0%
  2. India * partner reported26.6%
  3. Germany8.0%
Top importers
  1. United States25.6%
  2. Brazil6.7%
  3. Argentina5.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Munjistin 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 Munjistin?

Munjistin has been reported in Rubia argyi, Rubia manjith, and other organisms.

What is the CAS number of Munjistin?

The CAS registry number of Munjistin is 478-06-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Munjistin?

The molecular formula of Munjistin is C15H8O6 and its molar mass is 284.22 g/mol.

What is Munjistin used for?

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

Is Munjistin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Munjistin 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 Munjistin?

Munjistin is usually classified under HS code 291899 (Carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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