Compound Q&A
What is Safflower yellow (CAS: 1401-20-3)?
Answer
Safflower yellow (CAS: 1401-20-3) is an orange-colored, water-insoluble, oil-soluble dye derived from safflower. It is characterized by its stability and bright color, making it suitable for various applications. Safflower yellow has the chemical formula C20H18O5.
About
CAS No
1401-20-3
English Name
Safflower yellow
Molecular Formula
C43H44O24
Molecular Weight
944.8 g/mol
SMILES
O=C1/C(=C(O)\C=C\c2ccc(O)cc2)C(=O)C(O)(O[C@@H]2O[C@H](CO)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H]2O)C(=O)C1CC1=C(O)/C(=C(O)/C=C/c2ccc(O)cc2)C(=O)C(O)(O[C@@H]2O[C@H](CO)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H]2O)C1=O
InChIKey
NSGCLTHKBMQHCS-JZMHVEKSSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-24 12:09
