Anisatin
Also known as: (1R,6S)-4,5,6a,7,8,9,9a-Heptahydro-1,5α,6aα,7α-tetrahydroxy-5,9β-dimethylspiro[6H-4α,9aα-methanocyclopenta[d]oxocin-6,3'-oxetane]-2,2'(1H)-dione, (1R,6S)-4,5,6a,7,8,9-Hexahydro-1,5α,6aα,7α-tetrahydroxy-5,9β-dimethylspiro[6H-4α,9aα-methanocyclopenta[d]oxocin-6,3'-oxetane]-2,2'(1H)-dione, ANISATIN(RG), Fruit of illicium anisatum L., Spiro[4H-4,9a-methanocyclopent[d]oxocin-6(2H),3'-oxetane]-2,2'-dione, hexahydro-1,5,6a,7-tetrahydroxy-5,9-dimethyl-, (1R,3'S,4R,5R,6aR,7R,9R,9aS)-
Anisatin (CAS 5230-87-5) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H20O8 and a molecular weight of 328.31500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 227-228ºC, a boiling point of 251.2ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.149g/cm3 and a flash point of 106.7ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H300 and H330 — Fatal if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5230-87-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1974671-5
- Molecular Formula
- C15H20O8
- Molecular Weight
- 328.31500 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 227-228ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 251.2ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.149g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 106.7ºC |
| Exact Mass | 328.11600 |
| PSA | 133.52000 |
| Refractive Index | 1.486 |
| Storage Conditions | ?20°C |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H300
- H330 — Fatal if inhaled
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Ikeda T, et al. Anisatin modulation of the gamma-aminobutyric acid receptor-channel in rat dorsal root ganglion neurons. Br J Pharmacol. 1999;127(7):1567-1576. [2]. Bao X, et al. Bioavailability and Pharmacokinetics of Anisatin in Mouse Blood by Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry. Biomed Res Int. 2020;2020:8835447. Published 2020 Dec 23. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Anisatin?
The CAS number of Anisatin is 5230-87-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Anisatin?
Anisatin has molecular formula C15H20O8 and molecular weight 328.31500 g/mol.
Is Anisatin hazardous?
Anisatin has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H300; H330 — Fatal if inhaled.
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