Adrenochrome

肾上腺色素

Also known as: 2,3-dihydro-3-hydroxy-1-methyl-1H-indole-5,6-dione, 3-hydroxy-1-methyl-5,6-indolinedione, D,L-Adrenochrome, adraxone, usafuctl-7

Adrenochrome (CAS 54-06-8) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 179.17300 g/mol. It is also known as 2,3-dihydro-3-hydroxy-1-methyl-1H-indole-5,6-dione, 3-hydroxy-1-methyl-5,6-indolinedione and D,L-Adrenochrome. Key properties include a melting point of 115-120ºC, a boiling point of 375.1ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.42g/cm3 and a flash point of 180.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
54-06-8
Jingsj CID
J-1987167-9
Molecular Formula
C9H9NO3
Chinese Name
肾上腺色素
Molecular Weight
179.17300 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point115-120ºC
Boiling Point375.1ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.42g/cm3
Flash Point180.7ºC
Exact Mass179.05800
PSA57.61000
Refractive Index1.63

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. M Karmazyn,, et al. Adrenochrome-induced coronary artery constriction in the rat heart. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 1981 Oct;219(1):225-30. [2]. S Takeo,et al. Effects of adrenochrome on calcium accumulating and adenosine triphosphatase activities of the rat heart microsomes. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 1980 Sep;214(3):688-93. [3]. Koji Ueda, et al. Catecholamine oxidation-mediated transcriptional inhibition in Mn neurotoxicity. J Toxicol Sci. 2020;45(10):619-624.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933990090
Summary2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Adrenochrome?

The CAS number of Adrenochrome is 54-06-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Adrenochrome?

Adrenochrome has molecular formula C9H9NO3 and molecular weight 179.17300 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Adrenochrome?

For Adrenochrome, Upstream Products: DL-Adrenalin, Epinephrine.

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