Technical Data

011063
CAS Number
487-11-6
Grade
Highly Purified
Molecular Formula
C₁₂H₁₆O₃
Molecular Weight
208.25
EU Commodity Code
38220090
Shipping Temp
Blue Ice
Storage Temp
-20°C
Elemicin
1,2,3-Trimethoxy-5-(2-propen-1-yl)-benzene; 5-Allyl-1,2,3-trimethoxybenzene; 1-(3,4,5-Trimethoxyphenyl)-2-propene; 3,4,5-Trimethoxyallylbenzene; 5-(Prop-2-enyl)-1,2,3-trimethoxybenzene; 5-Allyl-1,2,3-trimethoxybenzene

A constituent of the essential oil of nutmeg and is responsible for the psychoactive effects of nutmeg. Also a minor constituent of the oleoresin and essential oil of Manila elemi (Canarium luzonicum). Exhibits anticholinergic-like effects in humans.

Appearance
Clear Colorless Oil
Purity
~90%
Solubility
Chloroform, Ethyl Acetate
Method for Determining Identity
Proton NMR (CDCl3) Spectroscopic and Mass Spectrometric Analysis
TLC Conditions
As reported
Storage and Stability
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Light Sensitive.
Source
Synthetic
Purity
~90%
Form
Clear Colorless Oil
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.

Intended for research use only. Not for use in human, therapeutic, or diagnostic applications.

References
1. Baser, K., et al.: Flavour Fragr. J., 8:35 (1993)|2. McKenna, A., et al.: Eur J Emerg Med., 11:240 (2004)
USBio References
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