(±)-Usnic acid

松萝酸

Also known as: Usnic acid, (±)-, 2,6-Diacetyl-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyldibenzo[b,d]furan-1,3(2H,9bH)-dione, 2,6-diacetyl-1,2,3,9b-tetrahydro-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyldibenzofuran-1,3-dione

(±)-Usnic acid (CAS 125-46-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C18H16O7 and a molecular weight of 344.315 g/mol. It is also known as Usnic acid, (±)-, 2,6-Diacetyl-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyldibenzo[b,d]furan-1,3(2H,9bH)-dione and 2,6-diacetyl-1,2,3,9b-tetrahydro-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyldibenzofuran-1,3-dione. Key properties include a melting point of 200°C, a boiling point of 594.8±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 219.1±23.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
125-46-2
Jingsj CID
J-1987117-4
Molecular Formula
C18H16O7
Chinese Name
松萝酸
Molecular Weight
344.315 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point200°C
Boiling Point594.8±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point219.1±23.6 °C

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What is the CAS number of (±)-Usnic acid?

The CAS number of (±)-Usnic acid is 125-46-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (±)-Usnic acid?

(±)-Usnic acid has molecular formula C18H16O7 and molecular weight 344.315 g/mol.

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