Jacaranone (also known as jacaranone) is an organic compound that belongs to the diterpenoid class of compounds in its chemical structure. It is extracted from the South American plant Jacaranda braziliensis and has special chemical and biological activities.
Regarding the properties of jacaranone, it is a colorless to light yellow oily liquid with aromatic flavor. Its molecular formula is C15H24O and its molecular weight is 220.35g/mol. jacaranone has a low boiling point and melting point and is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and dimethyl sulfoxide.
In terms of application, jacaranone has certain application value in the chemical industry. It is used as an intermediate in synthetic organic synthesis and can be used in the preparation of other organic compounds. In addition, jacaranone also has potential antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-tumor activities, so it has also received some attention in the field of pharmaceutical research.
The method for preparing jacaranone is currently mainly obtained by extracting it from the Jacaranda braziliensis plant. This extraction method can be used to obtain pure jacaranone by traditional solvent extraction, separation and purification and crystallization.
As for safety information, due to the limited toxicity and danger of jacaranone, it is relatively safe to the human body under the correct use and storage. However, for use and exposure without further validation, it is still necessary to follow chemical safety practices to avoid skin contact, inhalation and ingestion. In addition, studies on the toxicity and biological activity of this compound are still ongoing, so it is necessary to use and handle it with caution and follow relevant safety guidelines.