Scoparin

Description

A yellowish green colorant extracted from the leaves and branches of Spartium scoparium.

Other Properties

Soluble in methanol, hot water, ethanol, acetic acid, ethyl acetate, acetone, pyridine. Insoluble in cold water, ether, chloroform, benzene

UV max 345, 270 nm

Melting Point	253

Sources Checked for Data in Record

• The Merck Index, Susan Budavari (ed.), Merck Research Labs, Whitehouse Station, NJ, 12th Edition, 1996 Comment: entry 8250

• F. Crace-Calvert, Dyeing and Calico Printing, Palmer & Howe, London, 1876 Comment: p. 299