Compound Q&A
What is Absinthin (CAS: 1362-42-1)?
Answer
Absinthin (CAS: 1362-42-1) is a yellow to orange-yellow crystalline compound found in wormwood, particularly in high concentrations in the species Artemisia absinthium. It is a key component of absinthe, a historically popular alcoholic beverage. Absinthin has a bitter taste and is used in various applications including flavoring and as a natural colorant.
About
CAS No
1362-42-1
English Name
Absinthin
Molecular Formula
C30H40O6
Molecular Weight
496.64 g/mol
SMILES
C[C@H]1[C@@H]2CC[C@]([C@@H]3[C@H]4[C@H]5C=C([C@@]6([C@H]4C(=C3[C@H]2OC1=O)C)[C@@H]5[C@@](CC[C@@H]7[C@@H]6OC(=O)[C@H]7C)(C)O)C)(C)O
InChIKey
PZHWYURJZAPXAN-ILOFNVQHSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-15 20:00
