174493-20-0

Basic information

• Product Name: 1-(4-isopropylphenyl)-5-phenylpenta-1,4-dien-3-one
• Synonyms: 1-(4-isopropylphenyl)-5-phenylpenta-1,4-dien-3-one;(E,E)-1-[4-(1-Methylethyl)phenyl]-5-phenyl-1,4-pentadien-3-one
• CAS NO: 174493-20-0
• Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₂₀O
• Molecular Weight: 276.37
• Mol File: 174493-20-0.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 431.3 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 187.7 °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.050
• CAS DataBase Reference: 1-(4-isopropylphenyl)-5-phenylpenta-1,4-dien-3-one(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 1-(4-isopropylphenyl)-5-phenylpenta-1,4-dien-3-one(174493-20-0)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 1-(4-isopropylphenyl)-5-phenylpenta-1,4-dien-3-one(174493-20-0)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 174493-20-0(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

1-(4-isopropylphenyl)-5-phenylpenta-1,4-dien-3-one, also known as chalcone, is a chemical compound that belongs to the class of organic compounds known as chalcones. It is a yellow solid with a faint sweet fragrance and is commonly used as a precursor in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and organic compounds. Chalcones have been found to exhibit a wide range of biological activities such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, and anticancer properties. Additionally, chalcone has been studied for its potential role in treating various diseases and conditions, making it an important compound in the field of medicinal chemistry and drug research.

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Relevant articles and documents

Electrophotographic elements and soluble cyclic sulfone electron transport agents

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