Pterostilbene
Also known as: trans-3,5-Dimethoxy-4'-hydroxystilbene, (E)-3,5-Dimethoxy-4'-hydroxystilbene, 3,5-Dimethoxy-4'-hydroxy-trans-stilbene, 4-[(E)-2-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)ethenyl]phenol, 3',5'-Dimethoxy-4-stilbenol, Pterocarpus marsupium extract
Pterostilbene (CAS 537-42-8) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H16O3 and a molecular weight of 256.296 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 89-92ºC, a boiling point of 420.5±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 208.1±25.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 537-42-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1325005-0
- Molecular Formula
- C16H16O3
- Molecular Weight
- 256.296 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 89-92ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 420.5±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 208.1±25.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 256.109955 |
| PSA | 38.69000 |
| LogP | 4.13 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.640 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
| Additional Property | DMSO: >20mg/mL |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. McCormack D, et al. A review of pterostilbene antioxidant activity and disease modification. Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2013;2013:575482. [2]. Hong Bin W, et al. Pterostilbene (3',5'-dimethoxy-resveratrol) exerts potent antitumor effects in HeLa human cervical cancer cells via disruption of mitochondrial membrane potential, apoptosis induction and targeting m-TOR/PI3K/Akt signalling pathway. J BUON. 2018 Sep-Oct;23(5):1384-1389. [3]. Perecko T, et al. The effects of pterostilbene on neutrophil activity in experimental model of arthritis. Biomed Res Int. 2013;2013:106041. [4]. Acharya JD, et al. Protective effect of Pterostilbene against free radical mediated oxidative damage. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2013 Sep 26;13:238. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909500000 |
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| Summary | 2909500000 ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Pterostilbene?
The CAS number of Pterostilbene is 537-42-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pterostilbene?
Pterostilbene has molecular formula C16H16O3 and molecular weight 256.296 g/mol.
Is Pterostilbene hazardous?
Pterostilbene has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Pterostilbene?
For Pterostilbene, Upstream Products: 1-Iodo-3,5-dimethoxybenzene, 4-Vinylphenol, 3,5-Dimethoxybenzaldehyde; Downstream Products: (Z)-Pterostilbene, Pinostilbene, 3,5-Dimethoxybenzoic acid.
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