Cucurbic acid

西葫芦酸

Also known as: (+)-Cucurbic acid, (+)-CUCURBIC acid (CA), (±)-Cucurbic acid, 3α-Hydroxy-2β-(2Z-pentenyl)-1β-cyclopentaneacetic acid, 3alpha-hydroxy-2beta-(2z-pentenyl)-cyclopentane-1beta-acetic acid, Cyclopentaneacetic acid, 3-hydroxy-2-(2Z)-2-penten-1-yl-, (1R,2S,3S)-, 2-[(1R,2S,3S)-3-hydroxy-2-[(Z)-pent-2-enyl]cyclopentyl]acetic acid, (1R,2S,3S)-3-hydroxy-2-((Z)-pent-2-en-1-yl)cyclopentaneacetic acid, CHEBI:18446, LMFA02020013

Cucurbic acid (CAS 58240-50-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H20O3 and a molecular weight of 212.28500 g/mol. It is also known as (+)-Cucurbic acid, (+)-CUCURBIC acid (CA) and (±)-Cucurbic acid. Key properties include a boiling point of 364.5ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.068g/cm3 and a flash point of 188.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

58240-50-9

Jingsj CID

J-1316168-6

Molecular Formula

C₁₂H₂₀O₃

Chinese Name

西葫芦酸

Molecular Weight

212.28500 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026