Mercusic acid
[CAS# 41787-69-3]

Identification

• Classification: Natural product >> Terpenes
• Name: Mercusic acid
• Synonyms: 13S-Dihydroagathic acid; Junicedric acid
• Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₃₂O₄
• Molecular Weight: 336.47
• CAS Registry Number: 41787-69-3

Properties

• Solubility: Practically insoluble (0.017 g/L) (25 ºC), Calc.^*
• Density: 1.09±0.1 g/cm³ (20 ºC 760 Torr), Calc.^*
• Melting point: 122-128 ºC^**

^* Calculated using Advanced Chemistry Development (ACD/Labs) Software V11.02 (©1994-2014 ACD/Labs)

^** De Pascual Teresa, J.; Anales de Quimica (1968-1979) 1974, V70(12), P1015-19.