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limettin
Sign in to saveAlso known as citropten, citroptene, citraptene, limetin, 5,7-dimethoxycoumarin, 5,7-dimethoxy-2H-chromen-2-one
Citropten is a natural organic compound with the molecular formula C11H10O4. It is found in the essential oils of citrus such as lime, lemon, and bergamot.
Chemical data
- Formula
- C11H10O4
- Molecular weight
- 206.19 g/mol
- IUPAC name
- 5,7-dimethoxychromen-2-one
- SMILES
- COC1=CC2=C(C=CC(=O)O2)C(=C1)OC
- InChIKey
- NXJCRELRQHZBQA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- XLogP
- 1.9
- Polar surface area
- 44.8 Ų
- H-bond donors
- 0
- H-bond acceptors
- 4
- Formal charge
- 0
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Drug data · ChEMBL
- Molecule type
- Small molecule
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Wikidata facts
- Has part
- carbon
- Mass
- 206.058
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- chemical formula
- C₁₁H₁₀O₄
- canonical SMILES
- COC1=CC(=C2C=CC(=O)OC2=C1)OC
- melting point
- 148.0
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Encyclopedic overview
2 sectionsContents
- Properties
- References
Citropten is a natural organic compound with the molecular formula C11H10O4. It is found in the essential oils of citrus such as lime, lemon, and bergamot.
== Properties == Studies suggest it possesses several potential properties: Antimicrobial activity – Citropten may exhibit antibacterial and antifungal properties. This characteristic could be relevant for applications in disinfectants or preservatives. Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects – Emerging research indicates citropten might have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant capabilities. These properties could hold promise for various health applications. The pleasant aroma of citropten makes it a valuable component in the fragrance industry, used in perfumes and cosmetics. Its potential antimicrobial properties are also prompting exploration for use in medicine and pharmaceuticals.
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