[B21573] CAS 458-37-7 | Curcumin, 95% (total curcuminoid content), from Turmeric rhizome

CAS : 458-37-7
MDL : MFCD00008365
EINECS : 207-280-5

Other name :

1,7-Bis(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-1,6-heptadiene-3,5-dioneC.I. 75300

Chemical Properties

Formula : C21H20O6
Formula weight : 368.39
Melting Point : 170-175°
Sensitivity : Ambient temperatures.
Form : Powder
Solubility : Soluble in acetone, dimethylsufoxide, ethanol and dimethyl formamide. Insoluble in water.

Applications

Curcumin is used for boron quantification. It inhibits lipoxygenase and cyclooxygenase. It acts as a dietary supplement and is used in pharmaceutical industry. It acts as a food coloring agent and acts as a food additive.

Grade Specifications

GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements

Hazard Statements : H315-H319-H335Causes skin irritation.Causes serious eye irritation.May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statements : P261-P305+P351+P338-P302+P352-P321-P405-P501aAvoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.Specific treatment (see label).Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other References :

Beilstein : 2306965Merck : 14,2673