What is Guaiazulene CAS 489-84-9?
Guaiazulene (CAS 489-84-9) is a naturally derived azulene compound belonging to the sesquiterpene family. It appears as a dark blue low-melting crystalline solid and is known for its unique azulene structure and blue color.
Due to its special chemical structure, Guaiazulene is widely used in cosmetics, chemical synthesis, and research applications. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and can be used as a starting material for the synthesis of azulene-based dyes, antioxidant compounds, and other functional molecules.
Specifications
| Property |
Value |
| Appearance |
Dark blue low melting crystalline solid |
| Melting Point |
27-29 °C |
| Boiling Point |
153 °C / 7 mmHg |
| Density |
0.976 g/mL at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index |
1.3166 (estimate) |
| Water Solubility |
0.1115 mg/L at 25 °C (estimated) |
| Solubility |
Slightly soluble in chloroform; sparingly soluble in methanol |
| Storage Conditions |
Sealed in dry, 2-8 °C |
Features
- Natural Compound: Belongs to the sesquiterpene family with a unique azulene structure.
- Antioxidant Property: Used in research related to antioxidant and lipid peroxidation inhibition.
- Cosmetic Ingredient: Provides antimicrobial and perfuming functions in cosmetic formulations.
- Chemical Building Block: Used as a starting material for synthesizing azulene-based functional molecules.
- Special Color: Shows a characteristic dark blue color suitable for chemical and cosmetic applications.
Applications
- Cosmetics Industry: Used as an ingredient with antimicrobial and perfuming functions.
- Chemical Synthesis: Used for preparing azulene-based dyes and functional compounds.
- Research Field: Applied in studies of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory materials.
- Pharmaceutical Research: Used in research related to hepatoprotective and therapeutic applications.
- Fine Chemical Industry: Used as an intermediate for producing specialty organic molecules.
Packaging
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