Veratrole

Veratrole (1,2-Dimethoxybenzene) is a key compound that widely exists in plants and attracts pollinators. The release of Veratrole has a circadian rhythm and plays an important role in plant reproduction, species differentiation, and interactions with pollinators. In addition, Veratrole can be demethylated by cytochrome P-450 in Streptomyces setonii[1][2][3].

Product Specifications

CAS Number

[91-16-7]

Product Name Alternative

1,2-Dimethoxybenzene

UNSPSC

12352005

Hazard Statement

H302

Target

Cytochrome P450

Type

Natural Products

Related Pathways

Metabolic Enzyme/Protease

Field of Research

Others

Assay Protocol

https://www.medchemexpress.com/veratrole.html

Purity

99.87

Solubility

DMSO : 50 mg/mL (ultrasonic)

Smiles

COC1=CC=CC=C1OC

Molecular Formula

C8H10O2

Molecular Weight

138.17

Precautions

H302

References & Citations

[1]Alok K Gupta, et al. Identification of White Campion (Silene Latifolia) Guaiacol O-methyltransferase Involved in the Biosynthesis of Veratrole, a Key Volatile for Pollinator Attraction. BMC Plant Biol. 2012 Aug 31;12:158.|[2]Api AM, et al. RIFM fragrance ingredient safety assessment, 1,2-dimethoxybenzene, CAS Registry Number 91-16-7. Food Chem Toxicol. 2019 Aug;130 Suppl 1:110618.|[3]Sutherland JB. Demethylation of Veratrole by Cytochrome P-450 in Streptomyces setonii. Appl Environ Microbiol. 1986 Jul;52 (1) :98-100.