Acacetin
Also known as: 5,7-Dihydroxy-4'-methoxyflavone, 5,7-Dihydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one, 5,7-Dihydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4H-chromen-4-one, 4'-Methoxyapigenin, Apigenin 4'-methyl ether, 4'-O-Methylapigenin, 5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4-benzopyrone
Acacetin (CAS 480-44-4) 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 260-265 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 518.6±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 198.3±23.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 480-44-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-5910-9
- 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 | 260-265 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 518.6±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 198.3±23.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 284.068481 |
| PSA | 79.90000 |
| LogP | 3.15 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.669 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Wang X. Effects and possible mechanisms of action of acacetin on the behavior and eye morphology of Drosophilamodels of Alzheimer's disease. Sci Rep, 2015 Nov 4, 5:16127. [2]. Asthana J et al. Acacetin promotes healthy aging by altering stress response in Caenorhabditis elegans. Free Radic Res, 2016 Aug, 50(8):861-74. |
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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 Acacetin?
The CAS number of Acacetin is 480-44-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acacetin?
Acacetin has molecular formula C16H12O5 and molecular weight 284.263 g/mol.
Is Acacetin hazardous?
Acacetin has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Acacetin?
For Acacetin, Upstream Products: 2,4,6-Trihydroxyacetophenone, 4-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 4',5,7-Trimethoxyflavone; Downstream Products: Phloroglucinol, 4-Methoxybenzoic acid, 7,4'-Di-O-methylapigenin.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Acacetin (CAS 480-44-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-5910-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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