Decursinol

Synonym(s):Smyrinol

CAS NO.：23458-02-8
Empirical Formula: C14H14O4
Molecular Weight: 246.26
MDL number: MFCD06636641
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-11-04 20:04:50

What is Decursinol?

Definition

ChEBI: An organic heterotricyclic compound that is 7,8-dihydro-2H,6H-pyrano[3,2-g]chromen-2-one substituted by a beta-hydroxy group at position 7 and two methyl groups at position 8. It is isolat d from the roots of Angelica gigas and has been found to possess significant inhibitory activity against acetylcholinesterase enzyme (EC 3.1.1.7).

Properties of Decursinol

Melting point:	178 °C
Boiling point:	433.6±45.0 °C(Predicted)
Density	1.293±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
storage temp.	4°C, protect from light
solubility	DMF: 30 mg/ml; DMSO: 15 mg/ml; Ethanol: slightly soluble
form	A solid
pka	13.87±0.40(Predicted)
color	White to off-white
CAS DataBase Reference	23458-02-8

Safety information for Decursinol

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P271:Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.