Chemistry:Citropten

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Citropten is a natural organic compound with the molecular formula C11H10O4.[1] It is found in the essential oils of citrus such as lime, lemon, and bergamot.[2][3][4][5]

Properties

Studies suggest it possesses several potential properties:

  • Antimicrobial activity – Citropten may exhibit antibacterial and antifungal properties.[6][better source needed] This characteristic could be relevant for applications in disinfectants or preservatives.
  • Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects – Emerging research indicates citropten might have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant capabilities.[7] These properties could hold promise for various health applications.

The pleasant aroma of citropten makes it a valuable component in the fragrance industry, used in perfumes and cosmetics.[8] Its potential antimicrobial properties are also prompting exploration for use in medicine and pharmaceuticals.

References

  1. ↑ Chouchi, D.; Barth, D. (1994-06-24). "Rapid identification of some coumarin derivatives in deterpenated citrus peel oil by gas chromatography". Journal of Chromatography A 672 (1–2): 177–183. doi:10.1016/0021-9673(94)80606-3. ISSN 0021-9673. PMID 8069393. 
  2. ↑ "Citropten". Merriam-Webster. http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/citropten. 
  3. ↑ Makki, S.; Treffel, P.; Humbert, P.; Agache, P. (1991). "High-performance liquid chromatographic determination of citropten and bergapten in suction blister fluid after solar product application in humans". Journal of Chromatography B 563 (2): 407–13. doi:10.1016/0378-4347(91)80049-I. PMID 2056004. 
  4. ↑ "5 Citrus Bergamot Benefits". April 1, 2014. https://botanicalinstitute.org/citrus-bergamot/. 
  5. ↑ "5,7-Dimethoxycoumarin" (in en). https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/2775. 
  6. ↑ "Buy Citropten | 487-06-9" (in en). https://www.smolecule.com/products/s560700. 
  7. ↑ "Effects of citropten bergamottin and bergapten on IL-8 mRNA accumulation". https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Effects-of-citropten-bergamottin-and-bergapten-on-IL-8-mRNA-accumulation_fig5_51054202. 
  8. ↑ Bettero, A.; Benassi, C.A. (1983-01-01). "Determination of bergapten and citropten in perfumes and suntan cosmetics by high-performance liquid chromatography and fluorescence". Journal of Chromatography A 280: 167–171. doi:10.1016/s0021-9673(00)91554-1. ISSN 0021-9673. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0021-9673(00)91554-1. 



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