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Synonyms: 4-Allyl-1,2-methylenedioxybenzene; 5-Allyl-1,3-benzodioxole
Molecular Formula: C10H10O2
Molecular Weight: 162.19
Linear Structural Formula: C10H10O2
MDL Number: MFCD00005841
Melting Point: 11.2 C (lit.)
Density: 1.095 g/mL at 25 C (lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.537 (lit.)
Storage: 2-8C
Biochem Physiol Actions: Safrole is a naturally-occurring genotoxic compound found in Sassafras root and Areca (betel) quid. It is a hepatocarcinogen, and safrole-DNA adducts have also been seen in oral cancers of Areca users. Metabolites of safrole form adducts with DNA and induce chromasomal aberrations and sister chromatid exchanges.
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Other Notes: Principal constituent of sassafras oil