Cajanin

Also known as: 2',4',5-Trihydroxy-7-methoxyisoflavone, 2',4',5-Trihydroxy-7-methoxyisoflavon, 3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-5-hydroxy-7-methoxy-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one, 3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-5-hydroxy-7-methoxy-4H-chromen-4-one, 3-(2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-5-hydroxy-7-methoxychromen-4-one, 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 3-(2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-5-hydroxy-7-methoxy-, 5,2',4'-Trihydroxy-7-methoxyisoflavone

Cajanin (CAS 32884-36-9) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H12O6 and a molecular weight of 300.263 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 605.5±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 231.7±25.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 32884-36-9
Jingsj CID: J-1957492-6
Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₁₂O₆
Molecular Weight: 300.263 g/mol
Category: Ketones
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	605.5±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	231.7±25.0 °C
Exact Mass	300.063385
PSA	100.13000
LogP	3.57
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.697

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Netcharoensirisuk P, et al. Cajanin Suppresses Melanin Synthesis through Modulating MITF in Human Melanin-Producing Cells. Molecules. 2021 Oct 5;26(19):6040. [2]. Bhargavan B, et al. Methoxylated isoflavones, cajanin and isoformononetin, have non-estrogenic bone forming effect via differential mitogen activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling. J Cell Biochem. 2009 Oct 1;108(2):388-99. [3]. Wensaas AJ, et al. Fatty acid incubation of myotubes from humans with type 2 diabetes leads to enhanced release of beta-oxidation products because of impaired fatty acid oxidation: effects of tetradecylthioacetic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid. Diabetes. 2009 Mar;58(3):527-35.

Additional Information

[1]. Netcharoensirisuk P, et al. Cajanin Suppresses Melanin Synthesis through Modulating MITF in Human Melanin-Producing Cells. Molecules. 2021 Oct 5;26(19):6040. [2]. Bhargavan B, et al. Methoxylated isoflavones, cajanin and isoformononetin, have non-estrogenic bone forming effect via differential mitogen activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling. J Cell Biochem. 2009 Oct 1;108(2):388-99. [3]. Wensaas AJ, et al. Fatty acid incubation of myotubes from humans with type 2 diabetes leads to enhanced release of beta-oxidation products because of impaired fatty acid oxidation: effects of tetradecylthioacetic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid. Diabetes. 2009 Mar;58(3):527-35.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2914509090
Summary	HS:2914509090 other ketones with other oxygen function 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 Cajanin?

The CAS number of Cajanin is 32884-36-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cajanin?

Cajanin has molecular formula C16H12O6 and molecular weight 300.263 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Cajanin?

For Cajanin, Upstream Products: 1,3,5-Trimethoxybenzene, (2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetic acid.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Cajanin (CAS 32884-36-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1957492-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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