Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Indican (CAS: 487-60-5)?
Answer
Indican is a white crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 388.41 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and more soluble in ethanol. Indican is highly reactive and prone to hydrolysis. It decomposes under acidic conditions and is stable in alkaline solutions.
About
CAS No
487-60-5
English Name
Indican
Molecular Formula
C14H17NO6
Molecular Weight
295.29 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=CN2)OC3C(C(C(C(O3)CO)O)O)O
InChIKey
XVARCVCWNFACQC-RKQHYHRCSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 11:18
