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Xanthofusin

Also known as (5E)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-5-(2-oxopropylidene)furan-2-one, 2(5H)-Furanone, 4-hydroxy-3-methyl-5-(2-oxopropylidene)-, (E)-, 3,4-dihydroxy-2-methyl-6-oxo-2,4-heptadienoic acid-gamma-lactone

CAS 150671-08-2Formula C8H8O4Molar mass 168.15 g/mol
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Xanthofusin chemical structure, C8H8O4, CAS 150671-08-2
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CAS number
150671-08-2
Formula
C8H8O4
Molar mass
168.15 g/mol
HS code
293220
Category
Heterocyclic building blocks

What is Xanthofusin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Xanthofusin is a butenolide.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(5E)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-5-(2-oxopropylidene)furan-2-one
CAS number
150671-08-2
Molecular formula
C8H8O4
InChIKey
UHBRGPQMMUQLOR-ZZXKWVIFSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H8O4/c1-4(9)3-6-7(10)5(2)8(11)12-6/h3,10H,1-2H3/b6-3+
Canonical SMILES
CC(=O)C=C1OC(=O)C(C)=C1O
Isomeric SMILES
CC1=C(/C(=C\C(=O)C)/OC1=O)O

Synonyms

  • (5E)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-5-(2-oxopropylidene)furan-2-one
  • 2(5H)-Furanone, 4-hydroxy-3-methyl-5-(2-oxopropylidene)-, (E)-
  • 3,4-dihydroxy-2-methyl-6-oxo-2,4-heptadienoic acid-gamma-lactone
  • (E)-4-Hydroxy-m-methyl-5-(2-oxopropylidene)-2(5H)-furanone
  • (E)-3,4-Dihydroxy-2-methyl-6-oxo-2,4-heptadienoic acid-gamma-lactone
  • (5E)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-5-(2-oxopropylidene)uran-2-one

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
168.15 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
168.0423 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.85calc.
Topological polar surface area
63.6 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
12calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.25calc.
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, C=C1C=CC(=O)O1

C=C1C=CC(=O)O1

1 ring, 7 atoms, the Protoanemonin ring system.

118 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 Xanthofusin is traded under.

HS 2932.20Indicative HS code

Lactones

World exports in 2024
$1.97B
−4.7% vs 2023, imports $2.07B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China56.3%
  2. India * partner reported7.4%
  3. Germany7.3%
Top importers
  1. United States14.2%
  2. India * partner reported13.5%
  3. Brazil8.5%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Xanthofusin 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 Xanthofusin?

Xanthofusin is a butenolide.

What is the CAS number of Xanthofusin?

The CAS registry number of Xanthofusin is 150671-08-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Xanthofusin?

The molecular formula of Xanthofusin is C8H8O4 and its molar mass is 168.15 g/mol.

What is Xanthofusin used for?

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

Is Xanthofusin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Xanthofusin 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 Xanthofusin?

Xanthofusin is usually classified under HS code 293220 (Lactones). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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