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Salicin
| Salicin |
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| Systematic name |
(2R,3S,4S,5R,6S)
-2-(hydroxymethyl)
-6-[2-(hydroxymethyl)
phenoxy]oxane-3,4,5-triol |
| Other names |
salicin, D-(−)-Salicin, salicoside, 2-(hydroxymethyl)phenyl
-β-D-glucopyranoside |
| Identifiers |
| CAS number |
138-52-3 |
| PubChem |
439503 |
| RTECS number |
LZ5901700 |
| InChI |
InChI=InChI=1/C13H18O7
/c14/h1-4,9-18H,5-6H2 |
| Properties |
| Molecular formula |
C13H18O7 |
| Molar mass |
286.281 |
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox disclaimer and references |
Salicin (C13H18O7) is an alcoholic β-glycoside which contains D-glucose. Salicin is an anti-inflammatory which is produced from all willow barks.[1]
Salicin is closely related chemically to aspirin and has a very similar action in the human body. When consumed, it is metabolized to salicylic acid. The systematic (IUPAC) name of the molecule is 2-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl β-D-glucopyranoside. It has the following classifications and chemical properties:
- CAS No. 138-52-3
- Merck index 11,8293
- Molecular weight 286.28 g/mol
- Melting point 197-200 °C
Salicin elicits bitterness like quinine, when consumed.[2]
References
- ^ Uchytil, RJ (1991). Salix drummondiana. Fire Effects Information System,. Online. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station, Fire Sciences Laboratory (Producer). Retrieved on 2006-07-19.
- ^ Daniells, S (09/10/2006). Symrise explores cheaper alternatives in bitter-maskers (HTML). www.foodnavigator.com. Retrieved on 2007-12-13.
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