alpha-Asarone

α-细辛脑

Also known as: Asarone, trans-Asarone, (E)-Asarone, trans-1,2,4-Trimethoxy-5-(1-propenyl)benzene, trans-2,4,5-Trimethoxyphenylpropene, 1,2,4-Trimethoxy-5-[(1E)-1-propen-1-yl]benzene, MFCD00064457, EINECS 220-743-6

alpha-Asarone (CAS 2883-98-9) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H16O3 and a molecular weight of 208.254 g/mol. It is also known as Asarone, trans-Asarone and (E)-Asarone. Key properties include a melting point of 57-61 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 296.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 107.7±23.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 2883-98-9
Jingsj CID: J-42429-1
Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₆O₃
Chinese Name: α-细辛脑
Molecular Weight: 208.254 g/mol
Category: Organic Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	57-61 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	296.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	107.7±23.8 °C
Exact Mass	208.109940
PSA	27.69000
LogP	2.98
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.526

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

H302 — Harmful if swallowed

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Ranjithkumar Chellian, et al. Biphasic Effects of α-Asarone on Immobility in the Tail Suspension Test: Evidence for the Involvement of the Noradrenergic and Serotonergic Systems in Its Antidepressant-Like Activity. Front Pharmacol. 2016; 7: 72. [2]. Byung-Wook Kim, et al. α-Asarone attenuates microglia-mediated neuroinflammation by inhibiting NF kappa B activation and mitigates MPTP-induced behavioral deficits in a mouse model of Parkinson's disease. Neuropharmacology, Volume 97, October 2015, Pages [3]. Hye-Jung Park, et al. Effect of α-asarone on angiogenesis and matrix metalloproteinase. Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology, Volume 39, Issue 3, May 2015, Pages 1107–1114

Additional Information

[1]. Ranjithkumar Chellian, et al. Biphasic Effects of α-Asarone on Immobility in the Tail Suspension Test: Evidence for the Involvement of the Noradrenergic and Serotonergic Systems in Its Antidepressant-Like Activity. Front Pharmacol. 2016; 7: 72. [2]. Byung-Wook Kim, et al. α-Asarone attenuates microglia-mediated neuroinflammation by inhibiting NF kappa B activation and mitigates MPTP-induced behavioral deficits in a mouse model of Parkinson's disease. Neuropharmacology, Volume 97, October 2015, Pages [3]. Hye-Jung Park, et al. Effect of α-asarone on angiogenesis and matrix metalloproteinase. Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology, Volume 39, Issue 3, May 2015, Pages 1107–1114

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of alpha-Asarone?

The CAS number of alpha-Asarone is 2883-98-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of alpha-Asarone?

alpha-Asarone has molecular formula C12H16O3 and molecular weight 208.254 g/mol.

Is alpha-Asarone hazardous?

alpha-Asarone has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of alpha-Asarone?

For alpha-Asarone, Upstream Products: Sodium methoxide, 2,4,5-Trimethoxybenzaldehyde, Ethyltriphenylphosphonium bromide; Downstream Products: beta-Asarone, 2,4,5-Trimethoxybenzaldehyde, gamma-Diasarone.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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