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Sanshool

Also known as alpha-Sanshool, (2E,6Z,8E,10E)-N-(2-methylpropyl)dodeca-2,6,8,10-tetraenamide, Neoherculin

CAS 504-97-2Formula C16H25NOMolar mass 247.38 g/mol
Sanshool chemical structure, C16H25NO, CAS 504-97-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
504-97-2
Formula
C16H25NO
Molar mass
247.38 g/mol
HS code
292419
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is Sanshool?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Alpha-Sanshool is a fatty amide.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2E,6Z,8E,10E)-N-(2-methylpropyl)dodeca-2,6,8,10-tetraenamide
CAS number
504-97-2
Molecular formula
C16H25NO
UNII
YB7LBG97PX
InChIKey
SBXYHCVXUCYYJT-UEOYEZOQSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H25NO/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-16(18)17-14-15(2)3/h4-9,12-13,15H,10-11,14H2,1-3H3,(H,17,18)/b5-4+,7-6+,9-8-,13-12+
Canonical SMILES
CC=CC=CC=CCCC=CC(=O)NCC(C)C
Isomeric SMILES
C/C=C/C=C/C=C\CC/C=C/C(=O)NCC(C)C

Synonyms

  • alpha-Sanshool
  • (2E,6Z,8E,10E)-N-(2-methylpropyl)dodeca-2,6,8,10-tetraenamide
  • Neoherculin
  • 2,6,8,10-Dodecatetraenamide, N-(2-methylpropyl)-, (E,E,Z,E)-
  • (2E,6Z,8E,10Z)-N-(2-methylpropyl)dodeca-2,6,8,10-tetraenamide
  • Echinacein
  • (2E,6Z,8E,10E)-N-Isobutyldodeca-2,6,8,10-tetraenamide
  • Echinaceine
  • Neoherculine
  • alpha-Sanshooel
  • (E,E,Z,E)-N-(2-Methylpropyl)-2,6,8,10-dodecatetraenamide
  • N-(2-Methylpropyl)-2E,6Z,8E,10E-dodecatetraenamide
  • (2E,6Z,8Z,10E)-N-isobutyldodeca-2,6,8,10-tetraenamide
  • 2E,6Z,8E,10E-Dodecatetraenoic acid N-(2-methylpropyl)amide
  • N-Isobutyl-trans-2,cis-6,trans-8,trans-10-dodecatetraenamide
  • (2E,6Z,8E,10E)-1-(isobutyl-l2-azaneyl)dodeca-2,6,8,10-tetraen-1-one
  • 2,6,8,10-Dodecatetraenamide, N-(2-methylpropyl)-, (2E,6Z,8E,10E)-

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
247.38 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
247.1936 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.78calc.
Topological polar surface area
29.1 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
8calc.
Heavy atoms
18calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.44calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Sanshool is traded under.

HS 2924.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other

World exports in 2024
$2.38B
−1.7% vs 2023, imports $2.22B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China34.7%
  2. Germany12.5%
  3. India * partner reported6.8%
Top importers
  1. United States17.5%
  2. Germany8.8%
  3. India * partner reported6.7%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Sanshool?

Alpha-Sanshool is a fatty amide.

What is the CAS number of Sanshool?

The CAS registry number of Sanshool is 504-97-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Sanshool?

The molecular formula of Sanshool is C16H25NO and its molar mass is 247.38 g/mol.

What is Sanshool used for?

Known uses and roles of Sanshool include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Sanshool hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Sanshool 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 Sanshool?

Sanshool is usually classified under HS code 292419 (Acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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