Lucanthone
Also known as: 1-[[2-(Diethylamino)ethyl]amino]-4-methyl-9H-thioxanthen-9-one, 9H-Thioxanthen-9-one, 1-[[2-(diethylamino)ethyl]amino]-4-methyl-, Lycanthone, Lucanthonum, Lucantona, 1-(2-diethylaminoethylamino)-4-(methyl)thioxanthen-9-one, 1-(2-Diethylamino-ethylamino)-4-methyl-thioxanthen-9-one, 1-(2-Diaethylamino-aethylamino)-4-methyl-thioxanthen-9-on, 1-(2-Diethylamino-ethylamino)-4-methylthiaxanthon, Lucanthon, 1-<2-Diaethylamino-aethylamino>-4-methyl-thioxanthenon-(9)
Lucanthone (CAS 479-50-5) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H24N2OS and a molecular weight of 340.48200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 195-196ºC, a boiling point of 512.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.184g/cm3 and a flash point of 263.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 479-50-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1977397-3
- Molecular Formula
- C20H24N2OS
- Molecular Weight
- 340.48200 g/mol
- Category
- Ketones
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 195-196ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 512.4ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.184g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 263.7ºC |
| Exact Mass | 340.16100 |
| PSA | 60.58000 |
| LogP | 4.54980 |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.3E-10mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.638 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8℃ |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | APE-1[1] |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Chowdhury SM, et al. Graphene nanoribbons as a drug delivery agent for lucanthone mediated therapy of glioblastoma multiforme. Nanomedicine. 2015 Jan;11(1):109-18. [2]. Carew JS, et al. Lucanthone is a novel inhibitor of autophagy that induces cathepsin D-mediated apoptosis. J Biol Chem. 2011 Feb 25;286(8):6602-13. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Lucanthone?
The CAS number of Lucanthone is 479-50-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lucanthone?
Lucanthone has molecular formula C20H24N2OS and molecular weight 340.48200 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Lucanthone?
For Lucanthone, Upstream Products: N,N-Diethylethylenediamine, 2-(Diethylamino)ethanol, 5-Chloro-2-methylbenzenethiol.
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