Genipin

京尼平

Also known as: Genipin, Methyl (1S,2R,6S)-2-hydroxy-9-(hydroxymethyl)-3-oxabicyclo[4.3.0]nona-4,8-diene-5-carboxylate, (1R,4aS,7aS)-1,4a,5,7a-tetrahydro-1-hydroxy-7-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopenta[c]pyran-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester, 1,4a,5,7a-tetrahydro-1-hydroxy-7-(hydroxymethyl)-cyclopenta(c)pyran-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester, MFCD00888600, EINECS 300-006-4

Genipin (CAS 6902-77-8) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H14O5 and a molecular weight of 226.226 g/mol. It is also known as Methyl (1S,2R,6S)-2-hydroxy-9-(hydroxymethyl)-3-oxabicyclo[4.3.0]nona-4,8-diene-5-carboxylate, (1R,4aS,7aS)-1,4a,5,7a-tetrahydro-1-hydroxy-7-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopenta[c]pyran-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester and 1,4a,5,7a-tetrahydro-1-hydroxy-7-(hydroxymethyl)-cyclopenta(c)pyran-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester. Key properties include a melting point of 106-108 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 416.0±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 164.9±22.2 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

6902-77-8

Jingsj CID

J-35551-9

Molecular Formula

C₁₁H₁₄O₅

Chinese Name

京尼平

Molecular Weight

226.226 g/mol

Category

Organic Compounds

Last updated

8/21/2026