Liquiritin
Also known as: Liquiritoside, Likviritin, Liquiritigenin-4'-O-glucoside, 7-Hydroxyflavanone 4'-O-glucoside, 4',7-Dihydroxyflavanone 4'-(β-D-glucopyranoside), 4',7-Dihydroxyflavanone 4'-(β-D-glucoside), (2S)-2,3-Dihydro-7-hydroxy-2-[4-(β-D-glucopyranosyloxy)phenyl]-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one, (S)-2-(4-(β-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)phenyl)-2,3-dihydro-7-hydroxy-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one, LIQUIRITIN(SH)
Liquiritin (CAS 551-15-5) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C21H22O9 and a molecular weight of 418.39 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 212 °C, a boiling point of 746.8±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 265.9±26.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 551-15-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1965336-2
- Molecular Formula
- C21H22O9
- Molecular Weight
- 418.39 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 212 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 746.8±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 265.9±26.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 418.126373 |
| PSA | 145.91000 |
| LogP | 0.61 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.670 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Liquiritin (100 µM) increases glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase expression on B65 neuroblastoma cells[1]. |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Nakatani Y, et al. Neuroprotective effect of liquiritin as an antioxidant via an increase in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase expression on B65 neuroblastoma cells. Eur J Pharmacol. 2017 Nov 15;815:381-390. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Liquiritin?
The CAS number of Liquiritin is 551-15-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Liquiritin?
Liquiritin has molecular formula C21H22O9 and molecular weight 418.39 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Liquiritin?
For Liquiritin, Downstream Products: Liquiritigenin.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Liquiritin (CAS 551-15-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1965336-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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