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Alantolactone

Also known as: Helenin, Helenine, Elecampane camphor, Eupatal, Inula camphor, Alant camphor, (3aR,5S,8aR,9aR)-5,8a-dimethyl-3-methylidene-3a,5,6,7,8,8a,9,9a-octahydronaphtho[2,3-b]furan-2(3H)-one, 3a,5,6,7,8,8a,9,9a-Octahydro-5,8a-dimethyl-3-methylenenaphtho[2,3-b]furan-2(3H)-one

Alantolactone (CAS 546-43-0) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H20O2 and a molecular weight of 232.318 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 78-79ºC, a boiling point of 275.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 111.5±18.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
546-43-0
Jingsj CID
J-1975593-9
Molecular Formula
C15H20O2
Molecular Weight
232.318 g/mol
Category
Esters
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point78-79ºC
Boiling Point275.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point111.5±18.2 °C
Exact Mass232.146332
PSA26.30000
LogP3.69
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.534
Storage Conditions?20°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction

Activity & Biological Data

TargetSTAT3
Additional Information[1]. Khan M, et al. Alantolactone induces apoptosis in HepG2 cells through GSH depletion, inhibition of STAT3 activation, and mitochondrial dysfunction. Biomed Res Int. 2013;2013:719858. [2]. Chun J, et al. Alantolactone selectively suppresses STAT3 activation and exhibits potent anticancer activity in MDA-MB-231 cells. Cancer Lett. 2015 Feb 1;357(1):393-403.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932209090
Summary2932209090. other lactones. 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 Alantolactone?

The CAS number of Alantolactone is 546-43-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Alantolactone?

Alantolactone has molecular formula C15H20O2 and molecular weight 232.318 g/mol.

Is Alantolactone hazardous?

Alantolactone has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Alantolactone (CAS 546-43-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1975593-9 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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