Flavokawain A
Also known as: 2'-Hydroxy-4,4',6'-trimethoxychalcone, (E)-1-(2-Hydroxy-4,6-dimethoxyphenyl)-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-en-1-one, 2-Propen-1-one, 1-(2-hydroxy-4,6-dimethoxyphenyl)-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-, Flavokavin A, MFCD00017174
Flavokawain A (CAS 3420-72-2) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C18H18O5 and a molecular weight of 314.332 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 112-116 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 529.9±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 193.2±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.
- 3420-72-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-6078-6
- Molecular Formula
- C18H18O5
- Molecular Weight
- 314.332 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 112-116 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 529.9±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 193.2±23.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 314.115417 |
| PSA | 64.99000 |
| LogP | 3.96 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.600 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Xiaolin Zi, et al. Flavokawain A, a novel chalcone from kava extract, induces apoptosis in bladder cancer cells by involvement of Bax protein-dependent and mitochondria-dependent apoptotic pathway and suppresses tumor growth in mice. Cancer Res. 2005 Apr 15;65(8):3479-86. |
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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 Flavokawain A?
The CAS number of Flavokawain A is 3420-72-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Flavokawain A?
Flavokawain A has molecular formula C18H18O5 and molecular weight 314.332 g/mol.
Is Flavokawain A hazardous?
Flavokawain A has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
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