Description
Phylloquinone, also Vitamin K1, is a polycyclic aromatic ketone, based on 2-methyl-1,4-naphthoquinone, with a 3-phytyl substituent.
It is a fat-soluble vitamin that is stable to air and moisture but decomposes in sunlight. It is found naturally in a wide variety of green plants, particularly leaves, since it functions as an electron acceptor during photosynthesis, forming part of the electron transport chain of Photosystem I.
It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines, a list of the most important medication needed in a basic health system.
Basic Info
Chemical Name | phylloquinone |
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Synonyms | PHYTOMENADIONE, BP STANDARD;2-METHYL-3-PHYTYL-1,4-NAPHTHOQUINONE;VITAMIN K1-[2H7] (PHYTONADIONE);Kephton;K-Ject;Expand |
CAS No. | 84-80-0 |
Molecular Formula | C31H46O2 |
Molecular Weight | 450.69600 |
PSA | 34.14000 |
LogP | 9.15760 |
Numbering system
UNII | S5Z3U87QHF |
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Properties
Appearance & Physical State | clear intense yellow ,viscous,oilyliq |
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Density | 0.984 |
Boiling Point | 140ºC 0mm |
Melting Point | -20ºC |
Flash Point | >230 °F |
Refractive Index | 1.527 |
Storage Condition | 2-8ºC |
Safety Info
RTECS | QJ5800000 |
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Safety Statements | S26; S37/39 |
HS Code | 2936290090 |
WGK Germany | 2 |
Risk Statements | R36/37/38 |
Hazard Codes | Xi |