CAS 94-59-7 is the registry number for Safrole. Offered by: ZABRONIONE. Available pack sizes: All package sizes.
Safrole is a member of the class of benzodioxoles that is 1,3-benzodioxole which is substituted by an allyl group at position 5. It is found in several plants, including black pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg, and is present in several essential oils, notably that of sassafras. It has insecticidal properties and has been used as a topical antiseptic. Although not thought to pose a significant carcinogenic risk to humans, findings of weak carcinogenicity in rats have resulted in the banning of its (previously widespread) use in perfumes and soaps, and as a food additive. It has a role as an insecticide, a metabolite, a flavouring agent and a plant metabolite.
Source: ChEBI
| Molecular formula | C10H10O2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 162.18 g/mol |
| IUPAC name | 5-prop-2-enyl-1,3-benzodioxole |
| InChIKey | ZMQAAUBTXCXRIC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | C=CCC1=CC2=C(C=C1)OCO2 |
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