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54-06-8

Name ADRENOCHROME
CAS 54-06-8
EINECS(EC#) 200-192-8
Molecular Formula C9H9NO3
MDL Number MFCD00069732
Molecular Weight 179.17
MOL File 54-06-8.mol

Chemical Properties

Appearance Red Crystalline Solid
Melting point  115-120°C
Boiling point  311.69°C (rough estimate)
density  1.2822 (rough estimate)
refractive index  1.5600 (estimate)
storage temp.  −20°C
solubility  Methanol (Slightly), Water
form  Solid
pka 13.31±0.20(Predicted)
color  Red to Black
Stability: Air Sensitive, Light Sensitive
Uses
Adrenochrome is a derivative of epinephrine. When complexed with a salicylate, its stability is increased (carbazochrome). It was claimed to reduce blood loss, but the evidence is sparse.

Safety Data

Hazard Codes  Xi
Risk Statements 
Safety Statements 
WGK Germany  3
RTECS  NM1925000
HS Code  29339980

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