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Acetosyringone

Also known as: 4'-Hydroxy-3',5'-dimethoxyacetophenone, 3',5'-Dimethoxy-4'-hydroxyacetophenone, 1-(4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)ethanone, Syringacetone, Syringylethanone, Acetosyringenin, Ethanone, 1-(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-

Acetosyringone (CAS 2478-38-8) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O4 and a molecular weight of 196.20200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 124-127 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 334.7±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 131.7±20.0 °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 Nov 4, 2026.

CAS No.
2478-38-8
Jingsj CID
J-17876-7
Molecular Formula
C10H12O4
Molecular Weight
196.20200 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
11/4/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point124-127 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point334.7±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point131.7±20.0 °C
Exact Mass196.073563
PSA55.76000
LogP1.23
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.528
Additional Propertysoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Xi J, et al. Acetosyringone treatment duration affects large T-DNA molecule transfer to rice callus. BMC Biotechnol. 2018 Aug 9;18(1):48. [2]. Srinivasan R, et al. Synergistic Action of D-Glucose and Acetosyringone on Agrobacterium Strains for Efficient Dunaliella Transformation. PLoS One. 2016 Jun 28;11(6):e0158322.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2914509090
SummaryHS: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 Acetosyringone?

The CAS number of Acetosyringone is 2478-38-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acetosyringone?

Acetosyringone has molecular formula C10H12O4 and molecular weight 196.20200 g/mol.

Is Acetosyringone hazardous?

Acetosyringone 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 Acetosyringone?

For Acetosyringone, Upstream Products: 3',4',5'-Trimethoxyacetophenone, 4-(1-hydroxyethyl)-2,6-dimethoxyphenol, Phenol, 2,6-dimethoxy-, 1-acetate; Downstream Products: 2,6-Dimethoxy-4-ethylphenol, 6-Deoxy-α-D-glucopyranose 1,2,3,4-tetraacetate, beta-D-glucose pentaacetate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Acetosyringone (CAS 2478-38-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-17876-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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