Embelin

Name: Embelin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-048191

About Embelin

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Embelin, an API reference standard registered under CAS number 550-24-3. Formula C17H26O4, molecular weight 294.4 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2,5-dihydroxy-3-undecylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione. It is also known as Embelic acid or Emberine.

The product is provided as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of the parent drug substance, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Embelin in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Embelin
Catalogue No.	VQ-048191
CAS Number	550-24-3
IUPAC name	2,5-dihydroxy-3-undecylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione
Molecular formula	C₁₇H₂₆O₄
Molecular weight	294.4 g/mol
Exact mass	294.1831
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	IRSFLDGTOHBADP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCC1=C(C(=O)C=C(C1=O)O)O
PubChem CID	3218

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	5.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	74.6 Å²
Synonyms	Embelic acid, Emberine, 2,5-Dihydroxy-3-undecyl-1,4-benzoquinone, 2,5-Dihydroxy-3-undecyl-p-benzoquinone, 2,5-Dihydroxy-3-undecyl-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, p-Benzoquinone, 2,5-dihydroxy-3-undecyl-, 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, 2,5-dihydroxy-3-undecyl-, 2,5-Dihydroxy-3-undecyl-[1,4]benzoquinone, p-Benzoquinone,5-dihydroxy-3-undecyl-, 2,4-dione, 2,5-dihydroxy-3-undecyl-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H413May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P203, P273, P280, P318, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Embelin?

The CAS Registry Number of Embelin is 550-24-3. It is also known as Embelic acid, Emberine, 2,5-Dihydroxy-3-undecyl-1,4-benzoquinone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Embelin?

Embelin has the molecular formula C17H26O4 and a molecular weight of 294.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,5-dihydroxy-3-undecylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione.

Which grade and pack sizes of Embelin can I order?

We supply Embelin in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Embelin?

Yes. Every lot of Embelin is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Embelin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Embelin is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.