Description

(S)-2,3-Dihydro-5,7-Dihydroxy-6-Methyl-2-Phenyl-4-Benzopyrone is a high-purity, chiral flavanone derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound matters as a key chiral building block and a potential precursor for developing novel bioactive molecules with specific stereochemical requirements. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in asymmetric synthesis and medicinal chemistry programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a chiral synthon for the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Used as a starting material or ligand precursor in studies exploring new catalytic systems for enantioselective transformations.
• Medicinal Chemistry & Lead Optimization: Employed in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to explore the biological impact of the flavanone core with specific stereochemistry.
• Reference Standard: Acts as an analytical standard for method development and quality control in laboratories producing or analyzing chiral flavanone compounds.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a specialized building block for the synthesis of complex natural product analogs and other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-2,3-Dihydro-5,7-Dihydroxy-6-Methyl-2-Phenyl-4-Benzopyrone
CAS No.	11023-71-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄O₄
Molecular Weight	270.28 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-5,7-Dihydroxy-6-methyl-2-phenyl-2,3-dihydro-4H-chromen-4-one; (S)-6-Methyl-2-phenyl-2,3-dihydro-5,7-dihydroxy-4-benzopyrone; (S)-Homoeriodictyol; (S)-3',5,7-Trihydroxy-4'-methoxyflavanone (common mis-association); (S)-2,3-Dihydro-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-6-methyl-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one; (S)-Flavanone derivative; Light-sensitive flavanone
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Quality Control

Our (S)-2,3-Dihydro-5,7-Dihydroxy-6-Methyl-2-Phenyl-4-Benzopyrone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.