Ginkgolide B

Also known as: BN 52021, 7-Deoxyginkgolide C, Ginkgolide A, 1-hydroxy-, (1β)-, (1R,3S,3aS,4R,6aR,7aR,7bR,8S,10aS,11R,11aR)-3-(1,1-dimethylethyl)hexahydro-4,7b,11-trihydroxy-8-methyl-9H-1,7a-(epoxymethano)-1H,6aH-cyclopenta[c]furo[2,3-b]furo[3',2':3,4]cyclopenta[1,2-d]furan-5,9,12(4H)-trione, MFCD05662347

Ginkgolide B (CAS 15291-77-7) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H24O10 and a molecular weight of 424.399 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 280°C (dec.), a boiling point of 762.4±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 274.3±26.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 15291-77-7
Jingsj CID: J-18812-0
Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₂₄O₁₀
Molecular Weight: 424.399 g/mol
Category: Esters
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	280°C (dec.)
Boiling Point	762.4±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	274.3±26.4 °C
Exact Mass	424.136932
PSA	148.82000
LogP	0.52
Vapor Pressure	0.0±5.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.651
Storage Conditions	2-8°C

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Jean R. Rapin, et al. In vitro and in vivo effects of an extract of Ginkgo biloba (EGb 761), ginkgolide B, and bilobalide on apoptosis in primary cultures of rat hippocampal neurons. Drug Development Research, 1998, 45 (1):1-43 [2]. Matyas Koltai, et al. Ginkgolide B protects isolated hearts against arrhythmias induced by ischemia but not reperfusion. European Journal of Pharmacology, 1989, 164 (2): 293-302

Additional Information

[1]. Jean R. Rapin, et al. In vitro and in vivo effects of an extract of Ginkgo biloba (EGb 761), ginkgolide B, and bilobalide on apoptosis in primary cultures of rat hippocampal neurons. Drug Development Research, 1998, 45 (1):1-43 [2]. Matyas Koltai, et al. Ginkgolide B protects isolated hearts against arrhythmias induced by ischemia but not reperfusion. European Journal of Pharmacology, 1989, 164 (2): 293-302

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Ginkgolide B?

The CAS number of Ginkgolide B is 15291-77-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ginkgolide B?

Ginkgolide B has molecular formula C20H24O10 and molecular weight 424.399 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Ginkgolide B?

For Ginkgolide B, Upstream Products: Ginkgolide C; Downstream Products: Ginkgolide A.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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