Artemisinin

青蒿素

Also known as: Qinghaosu, QHS, Arteannuin, Artemisinine, (+)-Artemisinin, (3R,5aS,6R,8aS,9R,12S,12aR)-3,6,9-trimethyloctahydro-3,12-epoxy[1,2]dioxepino[4,3-i]isochromen-10(3H)-one, 3,12-Epoxy-12H-pyrano[4,3-j]-1,2-benzodioxepin-10(3H)-one, octahydro-3,6,9-trimethyl-, (3R,5aS,6R,8aS,9R,12S,12aR)-, UNII-9RMU91N5K2

Artemisinin (CAS 63968-64-9) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H22O5 and a molecular weight of 282.332 g/mol. It is also known as Qinghaosu, QHS and Arteannuin. Key properties include a melting point of 156-157ºC, a boiling point of 389.9±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 172.0±27.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 63968-64-9
Jingsj CID: J-1296-8
Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₂₂O₅
Chinese Name: 青蒿素
Molecular Weight: 282.332 g/mol
Category: Organic Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	156-157ºC
Boiling Point	389.9±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	172.0±27.9 °C
Exact Mass	282.146729
PSA	53.99000
LogP	2.27
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.533

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Zeng Z, et al. Artemisinin protects PC12 cells against β-amyloid-induced apoptosis through activation of the ERK1/2 signaling pathway. Redox Biol. 2017 Apr 4;12:625-633. [2]. Chekhun VF, et al. Artemisinin modulating effect on human breast cancer cell lines with different sensitivity to cytostatics. Exp Oncol. 2017 Mar;39(1):25-29. [3]. Xu G, et al. Neuroprotective effects of artemisinin against isoflurane-induced cognitive impairments and neuronal cell death involve JNK/ERK1/2 signalling and improved hippocampal histone acetylation in neonatal rats. J Pharm Pharmacol. 2017 Mar 12. [4]. Obeid S, et al. Artemisinin analogues as potent inhibitors of in vitro hepatitis C virus replication. PLoS One. 2013 Dec 11;8(12):e81783. [5]. Wang HY, et al. The effects of artemisinin on the proliferation and apoptosis of vascular smooth muscle cells of rats. Cell Biochem Funct. 2013 Sep 17.

Additional Information

[1]. Zeng Z, et al. Artemisinin protects PC12 cells against β-amyloid-induced apoptosis through activation of the ERK1/2 signaling pathway. Redox Biol. 2017 Apr 4;12:625-633. [2]. Chekhun VF, et al. Artemisinin modulating effect on human breast cancer cell lines with different sensitivity to cytostatics. Exp Oncol. 2017 Mar;39(1):25-29. [3]. Xu G, et al. Neuroprotective effects of artemisinin against isoflurane-induced cognitive impairments and neuronal cell death involve JNK/ERK1/2 signalling and improved hippocampal histone acetylation in neonatal rats. J Pharm Pharmacol. 2017 Mar 12. [4]. Obeid S, et al. Artemisinin analogues as potent inhibitors of in vitro hepatitis C virus replication. PLoS One. 2013 Dec 11;8(12):e81783. [5]. Wang HY, et al. The effects of artemisinin on the proliferation and apoptosis of vascular smooth muscle cells of rats. Cell Biochem Funct. 2013 Sep 17.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2932999099
Summary	2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen 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 Artemisinin?

The CAS number of Artemisinin is 63968-64-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Artemisinin?

Artemisinin has molecular formula C15H22O5 and molecular weight 282.332 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Artemisinin?

For Artemisinin, Upstream Products: Dihydroartemisinic acid; Downstream Products: Artesunate, alpha-Dihydroartemisinin, Dihydroartemisinin.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Artemisinin (CAS 63968-64-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1296-8 (accessed 2026-10-28).

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