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CAS No.: | 480-40-0 |
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Chrysin, with the CAS number 480-40-0, is a naturally occurring flavone compound known for its diverse range of biological and pharmacological activities. It is found in various plants, including passion flower (Passiflora caerulea), blue passion fruit, and in honey and propolis, as well as in the seeds and stem bark of the Oroxylum indicum plant and the heartwood of certain pine species like Pinus monticola and P. aristata .
Chrysin has a chemical formula of C15H10O4, a molecular weight of 254.24, and appears as a pale yellow powder that is soluble in acetone and barely soluble in water . It exhibits a melting point of 284-286°C and a boiling point of approximately 357.45°C (rough estimate) .
This flavonoid is recognized for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antiviral activities. It has been studied for its potential role in the treatment and prevention of various diseases, including cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and metabolic disorders. Chrysin is also known to inhibit enzymes such as aromatase and to suppress the activation of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in latent infection models