trans-Chalcone, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Trans chalcone is used to prevent lung and forestomach cancer. It induces programmed cell death due to reduced mitochondrial transmembrane potential in Arabidopsis thaliana roots.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Trans chalcone is used to prevent lung and forestomach cancer. It induces programmed cell death due to reduced mitochondrial transmembrane potential in Arabidopsis thaliana roots.

Solubility
Soluble in chloroform, ether, benzene, and ethanol (slightly). Insoluble in water.

Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 614-47-1
• Molecular Formula: C15H12O
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 208.26
• MDL Number: MFCD00003082
• InChI Key: DQFBYFPFKXHELB-VAWYXSNFSA-N
• Synonym: chalcone, trans-chalcone, e-chalcone, benzalacetophenone, chalkone, benzylideneacetophenone, phenyl styryl ketone, cinnamophenone, 2-benzalacetophenone, 2-benzylideneacetophenone
• PubChem CID: 637760
• ChEBI: CHEBI:48965
• IUPAC Name: (E)-1,3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one
• SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)C=CC(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2

• Melting Point: 55°C to 57°C
• Boiling Point: 208°C (25 mmHg)
• Quantity: 100 g
• Beilstein: 509985
• Merck Index: 14,2037
• Solubility Information: Soluble in chloroform,ether,benzene,and ethanol (slightly). Insoluble in water.
• Formula Weight: 208.26
• Percent Purity: 97%
• Chemical Name or Material: trans-Chalcone

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• trans-Chalcone

Signal Word

• Warning

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 4
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Specific target organ toxicity Category 3

Hazard Statement

• H302-Harmful if swallowed.
• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
• H335-May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statement

• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
• P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
• P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
• P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : (E)-Chalcone

RUO – Research Use Only