Zearalenone
Also known as: F-2 toxin, Mycotoxin F2, ZEN, ZON, ZENONE, (3S,11E)-14,16-Dihydroxy-3-methyl-3,4,5,6,9,10-hexahydro-1H-2-benzoxacyclotetradecine-1,7(8H)-dione, (E)-(S)-2,4-DIHYDROXY-7-METHYL-7,8,9,10,13,14-HEXAHYDRO-12H-6-OXA-BENZOCYCLOTETRADECENE-5,11-DIONE
Zearalenone (CAS 17924-92-4) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C18H22O5 and a molecular weight of 318.36900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 164-165°C, a boiling point of 600.4±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 219.5±25.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H312 — Harmful in contact with skin. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 4, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 17924-92-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-49770-1
- Molecular Formula
- C18H22O5
- Molecular Weight
- 318.36900 g/mol
- Category
- Ketones
- Last updated
- 11/4/2026
No offers for this compound yet.
Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 164-165°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 600.4±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 219.5±25.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 318.146729 |
| PSA | 83.83000 |
| LogP | 3.83 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.539 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Zinedine A, et al. Review on the toxicity, occurrence, metabolism, detoxification, regulations and intake of zearalenone: an oestrogenic mycotoxin. Food Chem Toxicol. 2007 Jan;45(1):1-18. [2]. Richard JL, et al. Some major mycotoxins and their mycotoxicoses--an overview. Int J Food Microbiol. 2007 Oct 20;119(1-2):3-10. |
|---|
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Zearalenone?
The CAS number of Zearalenone is 17924-92-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Zearalenone?
Zearalenone has molecular formula C18H22O5 and molecular weight 318.36900 g/mol.
Is Zearalenone hazardous?
Zearalenone has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Zearalenone?
For Zearalenone, Upstream Products: (2R)-Pent-4-en-2-ol, 5-Hexyn-1-ol, Methyl 2,4-dihydroxybenzoate; Downstream Products: alpha-Zearalenol, beta-zearalenol, Zearalanone.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
Last updated:
How to cite: Jingsj. "Zearalenone (CAS 17924-92-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-49770-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).
Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.