Aloe-emodin
Also known as: 1,8-dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)anthraquinone, 1,8-dihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)anthracene-9,10-dione, 3-Hydroxymethylchrysazine, NSC 38628, Diacerein Impurity B, Aloe emodin, Aloeemodin, Rhabarberone
Aloe-emodin (CAS 481-72-1) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H10O5 and a molecular weight of 270.237 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 223-224°C, a boiling point of 568.8±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 311.9±26.6 °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. It is listed by 1 supplier, from 6.90 to 9.52 CNY. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 481-72-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-3572-7
- Molecular Formula
- C15H10O5
- Molecular Weight
- 270.237 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
| Supplier | Purity / Pack | Base Price | Unit Price | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
In Stock | 分析标准品 20mg | ¥138.00 | $1.03 /mgBest ¥6.90/mg CNY | CN China MOQ 20mg | |
In Stock | 95% 100mg | ¥790.00 | $1.18 /mg ¥7.90/mg CNY | CN China MOQ 100mg | |
In Stock | 95% 25mg | ¥238.00 | $1.42 /mg ¥9.52/mg CNY | CN China MOQ 25mg |
Physicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 223-224°C |
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| Boiling Point | 568.8±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 311.9±26.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 270.052826 |
| PSA | 94.83000 |
| LogP | 3.38 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.746 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Huang PH, et al. Emodin and Aloe-Emodin Suppress Breast Cancer Cell Proliferation through ER α Inhibition. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2013;2013:376123. [2]. Liu K, et al. Aloe-emodin suppresses prostate cancer by targeting the mTOR complex 2. Carcinogenesis. 2012 Jul;33(7):1406-11. [3]. Li SW, et al. Antiviral activity of aloe-emodin against influenza A virus via galectin-3 up-regulation. Eur J Pharmacol. 2014 Sep 5;738:125-32. [4]. Suboj P, et al. Aloe emodin inhibits colon cancer cell migration/angiogenesis by downregulating MMP-2/9, RhoB and VEGF via reduced DNA binding activity of NF-κB. Eur J Pharm Sci. 2012 Apr 11;45(5):581-91. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Aloe-emodin?
The CAS number of Aloe-emodin is 481-72-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Aloe-emodin?
Aloe-emodin has molecular formula C15H10O5 and molecular weight 270.237 g/mol.
Which suppliers offer Aloe-emodin?
1 supplier(s) listed; reference unit price ¥6.90–9.52 /mg.
Is Aloe-emodin hazardous?
Aloe-emodin 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 Aloe-emodin?
For Aloe-emodin, Upstream Products: Chrysophanol, Aloin, 1-Methoxy-1,3-cyclohexadiene; Downstream Products: Rhein, Chrysophanol, 2-METHYLANTHRACENE.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
Last updated:
How to cite: Jingsj. "Aloe-emodin (CAS 481-72-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-3572-7 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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