Febrifugine
Also known as: β-Dichroine, β-dichroine, Dichroine B, Febrifugine (8CI), 3-[3-[(2S,3R)-3-hydroxy-2-piperidinyl]-2-oxopropyl]-4(3H)-quinazolinone, 3-{3-[(2S,3R)-3-hydroxypiperidin-2-yl]-2-oxopropyl}quinazolin-4(3H)-one
Febrifugine (CAS 24159-07-7) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H19N3O3 and a molecular weight of 301.340 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 139-140°; mp 154-156°, a boiling point of 508.2±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 261.1±32.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 24159-07-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1962086-1
- Molecular Formula
- C16H19N3O3
- Molecular Weight
- 301.340 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 139-140°; mp 154-156° |
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| Boiling Point | 508.2±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 261.1±32.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 301.142639 |
| PSA | 84.22000 |
| LogP | -0.04 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.673 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8℃ |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Herman JD, et al. The cytoplasmic prolyl-tRNA synthetase of the malaria parasite is a dual-stage target of febrifugine and its analogs. Sci Transl Med. 2015 May 20;7(288):288ra77. [2]. McLaughlin NP, et al. The chemistry and biology of febrifugine and halofuginone. Bioorg Med Chem. 2014 Apr 1;22(7):1993-2004. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933990090 |
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| Summary | 2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Febrifugine?
The CAS number of Febrifugine is 24159-07-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Febrifugine?
Febrifugine has molecular formula C16H19N3O3 and molecular weight 301.340 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Febrifugine?
For Febrifugine, Upstream Products: Isofebrifugine, Benzyl (3aS,7aS)-2-(bromomethyl)-2-methoxyhexahydrofuro[3,2-b]pyridine-4(2H)-carboxylate.
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