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Vitexin

Also known as Apigenin 8-C-glucoside, 5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-8-[(2S,3R,4R,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]chromen-4-one, 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 8-beta-D-glucopyranosyl-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-

CAS 3681-93-4Formula C21H20O10Molar mass 432.38 g/molEC 222-963-8
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Vitexin chemical structure, C21H20O10, CAS 3681-93-4
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
3681-93-4
Formula
C21H20O10
Molar mass
432.38 g/mol
EC number
222-963-8
HS code
293299
Category
Flavonoids and polyphenols

What is Vitexin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Vitexin is an apigenin flavone glycoside, which is found in the passion flower, bamboo leaves and pearl millet. It has a role as an antineoplastic agent, a platelet aggregation inhibitor, an EC 3.2.1.20 (alpha-glucosidase) inhibitor and a plant metabolite. It is a C-glycosyl compound and a trihydroxyflavone. It is functionally related to an apigenin. It is a conjugate acid of a vitexin-7-olate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-8-[(2S,3R,4R,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]chromen-4-one
CAS number
3681-93-4 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
222-963-8
Molecular formula
C21H20O10
UNII
9VP70K75OK
MDL number
MFCD00017456
INCI name
VITEXIN
InChIKey
SGEWCQFRYRRZDC-VPRICQMDSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C21H20O10/c22-7-14-17(27)18(28)19(29)21(31-14)16-11(25)5-10(24)15-12(26)6-13(30-20(15)16)8-1-3-9(23)4-2-8/h1-6,14,17-19,21-25,27-29H,7H2/t14-,17-,18+,19-,21+/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
O=c1cc(-c2ccc(O)cc2)oc2c(C3OC(CO)C(O)C(O)C3O)c(O)cc(O)c12
Isomeric SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1C2=CC(=O)C3=C(O2)C(=C(C=C3O)O)[C@H]4[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O4)CO)O)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • Apigenin 8-C-glucoside
  • 5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-8-[(2S,3R,4R,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]chromen-4-one
  • 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 8-beta-D-glucopyranosyl-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-
  • 8-glycosylapigenin
  • (1S)-1,5-anhydro-1-[5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4-oxo-4H-chromen-8-yl]-D-glucitol
  • 8-glycosyl-apigenin
  • (1S)-1,5-anhydro-1-(5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4-oxo-4H-chromen-8-yl)-D-glucitol
  • 5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-8-((2S,3R,4R,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl)chromen-4-one
  • apigenin-8-c-beta-d-glucopyranoside
  • Apigenin-8-C-glucoside
  • 8-beta-D-Glucopyranosyl-apigenin
  • 5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-8-((2S,3R,4R,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yl)-4H-chromen-4-one
  • Orientoside
  • Vitexine
  • Flavone, 8-D-glucosyl-4',5,7-trihydroxy-
  • 8-beta-D-Glucopyranosyl-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one
  • 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 5,7-dihydroxy-8-beta-D-glucopyranosyl-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-
  • 5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-8-[(2S,3R,4R,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydropyran-2-yl]chromen-4-one
  • Oritentoside
  • Vitx
  • Vitexin 5,7-Dihydroxy-8-beta-D-glucopyranosyl-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one
  • Vitexin,(S)
  • 8-glycosyl apigenin
  • Vitexin (Standard)
  • Vitexina
Show all 31 synonyms
  • 8-C-glucosyl apigenin
  • Vitexin, analytical standard
  • 8-C-b-D-Glucopyranosylapigenin
  • Apigenin 8-C-beta-D-glucoside
  • apigenin 8-C-beta-D-glucopyranoside
  • 8-D-Glucosyl-4',5,7-trihydroxyflavone

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
432.38 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
432.1056 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.09calc.
Topological polar surface area
181.1 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
7calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
10calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
31calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
3calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.29calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
5calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)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=c1cc(-c2ccccc2)oc2c(C3CCCCO3)cccc12

O=c1cc(-c2ccccc2)oc2c(C3CCCCO3)cccc12

4 rings, 23 atoms.

21 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

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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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Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name VITEXIN(antioxidant, humectant, skin protecting, skin conditioning - humectant)

Roles

  • antineoplastic agent
  • enzyme inhibitor
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • hematologic agent
  • metabolite
  • pharmaceutical
  • plant metabolite
  • platelet aggregation inhibitor

Cosmetic functions

  • Antioxidant
  • Humectant
  • Skin conditioning - humectant
  • Skin protecting

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

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

HS 2932.99Indicative HS code

Heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, other

World exports in 2024
$3.81B
+10.3% vs 2023, imports $7.05B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China28.9%
  2. Switzerland * partner reported12.7%
  3. Germany7.8%
Top importers
  1. United States49.7%
  2. China11.9%
  3. India * partner reported3.3%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

The HS code shown for Vitexin 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 Vitexin?

Vitexin is an apigenin flavone glycoside, which is found in the passion flower, bamboo leaves and pearl millet. It has a role as an antineoplastic agent, a platelet aggregation inhibitor, an EC 3.2.1.20 (alpha-glucosidase) inhibitor and a plant metabolite. It is a C-glycosyl compound and a trihydroxyflavone.

What is the CAS number of Vitexin?

The CAS registry number of Vitexin is 3681-93-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Vitexin?

The molecular formula of Vitexin is C21H20O10 and its molar mass is 432.38 g/mol.

What is Vitexin used for?

Known uses and roles of Vitexin include humectants in cosmetics and personal care, antioxidants in cosmetics and personal care, skin conditioning agents in cosmetics and personal care, antineoplastic agent, enzyme inhibitor and 10 more.

Is Vitexin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Vitexin 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 Vitexin?

Vitexin is usually classified under HS code 293299 (Heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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