Description

Morelloflavone is a biflavonoid compound, a dimer of the flavonoid naringenin, known for its distinctive chemical structure and bioactive properties. This compound matters for its significant potential as a natural bioactive agent, offering a range of beneficial effects that are of high interest to research and development sectors. Industries and professionals in pharmaceutical research, nutraceutical development, and advanced material science require high-purity Morelloflavone for their critical applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Investigated for its potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and enzyme-inhibitory properties in preclinical studies.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Formulation: Serves as a key bioactive ingredient in supplements targeting oxidative stress and metabolic health.
• Cosmeceutical Products: Incorporated into advanced skincare formulations for its potential anti-aging and protective effects against environmental stressors.
• Biochemical & Life Science Research: Used as a standard or reference compound in analytical chemistry, pharmacology, and molecular biology laboratories.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Employed in the isolation, characterization, and synthesis studies of complex flavonoid structures.
• Functional Food & Beverage Development: Explored as a natural additive to enhance the health-promoting profile of food products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Morelloflavone
CAS No.	16851-21-1
Molecular Formula	C₃₀H₂₀O₁₀
Molecular Weight	540.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Morelloflavone; GB-1a; Garcinia biflavonoid 1; 5,5'',7,7''-Tetrahydroxy-3',8''-biflavanone; 2,3-Dihydro-5,7-dihydroxy-2-[4-hydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-2,3-dihydrobenzofuran-5-yl]-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one; Garcinia biflavonoid GB1; (2S)-2-[5,7-Dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-2,3-dihydro-4-benzofuranyl]-5,7-dihydroxy-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4-chromanone
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Quality Control

Our Morelloflavone is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and relevant specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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