Description

Flavocommelin is a specialized flavonoid compound with the CAS registry number 16049-42-6. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced phytochemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the nutraceutical, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical sectors for product development and quality control applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a critical reference standard and intermediate in the development and analysis of flavonoid-based therapeutics.
• Nutraceutical Formulation: Used as a bioactive ingredient or marker compound in high-end dietary supplements and functional foods.
• Cosmetic Science: Incorporated into advanced skincare formulations for its potential antioxidant properties.
• Academic & Analytical Chemistry: Essential for university and industrial laboratories conducting phytochemical isolation, identification, and metabolic studies.
• Quality Control & Assurance: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) to ensure the purity and authenticity of botanical extracts.
• Biochemical Assays: Utilized in enzymatic and cellular assays to study flavonoid activity and interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Flavocommelin
CAS No.	16049-42-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₀O₁₀
Molecular Weight	420.37 g/mol
Synonyms	5,7-Dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-6,8-bis(3-methylbut-2-en-1-yl)-4H-chromen-4-one; 6,8-Di-C-prenylapigenin; Flavocommelin; Commelinin (flavonoid); 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-6,8-bis(3-methyl-2-buten-1-yl)-
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Quality Control

Our Flavocommelin is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality systems support compliance with cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

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	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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