Ellagic acid
Also known as: Benzoaric acid, Gallogen, Lagistase, 2,3,7,8-Tetrahydroxychromeno[5,4,3-cde]chromene-5,10-dione, 2,3,7,8-tetrahydroxy(1)benzopyrano(5,4,3-cde)(1)benzopyran-5,10-dione, Eleagic acid, Elagostasine, MFCD00006914, TIMTEC-BB SBB006501, AKOS NCG1-0028
Ellagic acid (CAS 476-66-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H6O8 and a molecular weight of 302.193 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of ≥350 °C, a boiling point of 796.5±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 2.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 310.1±26.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 476-66-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-18841-2
- Molecular Formula
- C14H6O8
- Molecular Weight
- 302.193 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | ≥350 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 796.5±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 2.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 310.1±26.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 302.006256 |
| PSA | 141.34000 |
| LogP | 0.52 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.895 |
| Additional Property | 1 M NaOH: 10 mg/mL, dark green | <0.1 g/100 mL at 21 ºC |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | CK2:40 nM (IC50) |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Cozza G, et al. Identification of ellagic acid as potent inhibitor of protein kinase CK2: a successful example of a virtual screening application. J Med Chem. 2006 Apr 20;49(8):2363-6. [2]. Rizk HA, et al. Prophylactic effects of ellagic acid and rosmarinic acid on doxorubicin-induced neurotoxicity in rats. J Biochem Mol Toxicol. 2017 Dec;31(12). [3]. Ahire V, et al. Ellagic Acid Enhances Apoptotic Sensitivity of Breast Cancer Cells to γ-Radiation. Nutr Cancer. 2017 Aug-Sep;69(6):904-910. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Ellagic acid?
The CAS number of Ellagic acid is 476-66-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ellagic acid?
Ellagic acid has molecular formula C14H6O8 and molecular weight 302.193 g/mol.
Is Ellagic acid hazardous?
Ellagic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Ellagic acid?
For Ellagic acid, Upstream Products: Gallic acid, Digallic acid, 1,2,3,4,6-Pentagalloylglucose; Downstream Products: 9H FLUORENE.
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