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Questinol

Also known as 1,6-dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxyanthracene-9,10-dione, 1,6-Dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxy-9,10-anthracenedione, 1,6-dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxy-9,10-dihydroanthracene-9,10-dione

CAS 35688-09-6Formula C16H12O6Molar mass 300.27 g/mol
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Questinol chemical structure, C16H12O6, CAS 35688-09-6
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
35688-09-6
Formula
C16H12O6
Molar mass
300.27 g/mol
HS code
291469
Category
Aldehydes and ketones

What is Questinol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Questinol is a dihydroxyanthraquinone that is 1,6-dihyroxy-9,10-anthraquinone which is substituted by a hydroxymethyl group at position 3 and a methoxy group at position 8. It has a role as an anti-inflammatory agent, an anti-obesity agent, a marine metabolite and an Aspergillus metabolite. It is an aromatic ether and a dihydroxyanthraquinone. It is a conjugate acid of a questinol(1-).

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
1,6-dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxyanthracene-9,10-dione
CAS number
35688-09-6 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C16H12O6
InChIKey
SNBGJGNOQURXCI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H12O6/c1-22-12-5-8(18)4-10-14(12)16(21)13-9(15(10)20)2-7(6-17)3-11(13)19/h2-5,17-19H,6H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
COC1=CC(=CC2=C1C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C=C(C=C3O)CO)O

Synonyms

  • 1,6-dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxyanthracene-9,10-dione
  • 1,6-Dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxy-9,10-anthracenedione
  • 1,6-dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxy-9,10-dihydroanthracene-9,10-dione
  • 9,10-Anthracenedione, 1,6-dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxy-
  • omega-Hydroxymethylemodin
  • 1,6-Dihydroxy-3-hydroxymethyl-8-methoxyanthraquinone
  • 1,6-dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxy-anthracene-9,10-dione

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
300.27 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
300.0634 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.37calc.
Topological polar surface area
104.1 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
22calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.13calc.
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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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • Aspergillus metabolite
  • anti-inflammatory agent
  • anti-obesity agent
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • fungal metabolite
  • marine metabolite
  • metabolite

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 Questinol is traded under.

HS 2914.69Indicative HS code

Quinones, other

World exports in 2024
$162M
−10.1% vs 2023, imports $157M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China32.8%
  2. Netherlands29.3%
  3. Japan13.8%
Top importers
  1. United States23.0%
  2. India * partner reported16.1%
  3. Thailand7.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

The HS code shown for Questinol 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 Questinol?

Questinol is a dihydroxyanthraquinone that is 1,6-dihyroxy-9,10-anthraquinone which is substituted by a hydroxymethyl group at position 3 and a methoxy group at position 8. It has a role as an anti-inflammatory agent, an anti-obesity agent, a marine metabolite and an Aspergillus metabolite.

What is the CAS number of Questinol?

The CAS registry number of Questinol is 35688-09-6.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Questinol?

The molecular formula of Questinol is C16H12O6 and its molar mass is 300.27 g/mol.

What is Questinol used for?

Known uses and roles of Questinol include aspergillus metabolite, anti-inflammatory agent, anti-obesity agent, eukaryotic metabolite, fungal metabolite and 2 more.

Is Questinol hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Questinol 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 Questinol?

Questinol is usually classified under HS code 291469 (Quinones, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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