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Asarone



Asarone
IUPAC name 1,2,4-Trimethoxy-5-[(E)-prop-1-enyl]benzene
Other names Azaron
cis-Isoelemicin
2,4,5-Trimethoxyphenyl-2-propene
Identifiers
CAS number 2883-98-9
PubChem 636822
SMILES CC=CC1=CC(=C(C=C1OC)OC)OC
Properties
Molecular formula C12H16O3
Molar mass 208.254
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox disclaimer and references

Asarone, which includes alpha and beta types, is an ether found in certain plants such as acorus and mugwort. Asarone is a possible precursor in the synthesis of the psychedelic phenethylamine TMA-2. As a volatile fragrance oil, it is used in killing pests and bacteria. Diseases that can be treated using drugs mixed with this compound include diphtheria, typhoid and tuberculosis.

See also
 
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