Description

8α-Methacryloyloxybalchanin is a specialized methacrylate-functionalized derivative of balchanin, a natural flavonoid compound. This engineered molecule is designed to serve as a key monomer or intermediate for advanced polymer synthesis, offering the ability to incorporate bioactive flavonoid structures into synthetic matrices. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel functional materials, including bioactive coatings, advanced dental composites, and drug delivery systems.

Application

• Advanced Polymer Monomer: Serves as a reactive building block for synthesizing polymers with inherent antioxidant or bioactive properties derived from the balchanin core.
• Biomedical Material Research: Investigated for use in creating biocompatible and bioactive surfaces for implants, tissue engineering scaffolds, and medical devices.
• Dental Composite Formulation: Potential functional monomer for next-generation dental restorative materials, aiming to enhance biocompatibility and reduce inflammatory response.
• Specialty Coatings & Adhesives: Used in R&D for formulating high-performance coatings where the methacrylate group enables UV-curing or thermal polymerization.
• Controlled Release Systems: Employed as a polymerizable component in the design of microcapsules or hydrogels for targeted drug or agrochemical delivery.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a crucial precursor for further chemical modifications, enabling the creation of a library of novel flavonoid-based derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	8α-Methacryloyloxybalchanin
CAS No.	104021-39-8
Molecular Formula	C20H18O6
Molecular Weight	354.35 g/mol
Synonyms	8α-Methacryloyloxybalchanin; Balchanin 8α-methacrylate; 2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-5,7-dihydroxy-8-(2-methylacryloyl)chromen-4-one; 8α-(Methacryloyloxy)-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-4H-chromen-4-one; Methacrylic acid 8α-balchanin ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of 8α-Methacryloyloxybalchanin is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified. Keep away from strong acids/bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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