Prunetin
Also known as: 5,4'-Dihydroxy-7-methoxyisoflavone, 5-Hydroxy-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-7-methoxy-4H-chromen-4-one, 7-O-Methylgenistein, Prunusetin, 4',5-Dihydroxy-7-methoxyisoflavone
Prunetin (CAS 552-59-0) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H12O5 and a molecular weight of 284.263 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 240-242ºC, a boiling point of 546.5±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 209.7±23.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 552-59-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1981094-7
- Molecular Formula
- C16H12O5
- Molecular Weight
- 284.263 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 240-242ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 546.5±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 209.7±23.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 284.068481 |
| PSA | 79.90000 |
| LogP | 3.53 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.669 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Hu H, et al. Prunetin inhibits lipopolysaccharide-induced inflammatory cytokine production and MUC5AC expression by inactivating the TLR4/MyD88 pathway in human nasal epithelial cells. Biomed Pharmacother. 2018 Oct;106:1469-1477. [2]. Sheikh S, et al. Allosteric inhibition of human liver aldehyde dehydrogenase by the isoflavone prunetin. Biochem Pharmacol. 1997 Feb 21;53(4):471-8. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2914509090 |
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| 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 Prunetin?
The CAS number of Prunetin is 552-59-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Prunetin?
Prunetin has molecular formula C16H12O5 and molecular weight 284.263 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Prunetin?
For Prunetin, Upstream Products: Genistein, iodomethane, Phloroglucinol; Downstream Products: 5-Hydroxy-4',7-dimethoxyisoflavone, 4-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid.
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