Description

1,4,6-Trihydroxy-5-Methoxy-7-Prenylxanthone is a specialized prenylated xanthone derivative, a class of compounds known for their significant biological activity. This high-purity compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced pharmaceutical and nutraceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and natural product sectors for developing new therapeutic agents and analytical methods.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a critical intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis and study of novel bioactive compounds.
• Natural Product Isolation & Analysis: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification and quantification of xanthones in complex botanical extracts.
• Bioactivity Screening: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to investigate potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, or anticancer properties.
• Analytical Method Development: Acts as a high-purity standard for calibrating HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic systems in analytical laboratories.
• Nutraceutical Formulation: Explored as a potential active ingredient in advanced dietary supplements due to its natural origin and associated bioactivity.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and research institute projects focused on organic chemistry, pharmacology, and phytochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4,6-Trihydroxy-5-Methoxy-7-Prenylxanthone
CAS No.	160623-47-2
Molecular Formula	C19H18O6
Molecular Weight	342.34 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxy-1,4,6-trihydroxy-7-prenylxanthone; 7-Prenyl-1,4,6-trihydroxy-5-methoxyxanthone; 1,4,6-Trihydroxy-5-methoxy-7-(3-methylbut-2-en-1-yl)xanthone; Prenylated Xanthone Derivative; Garcinia xanthone; α-Mangostin related compound
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Quality Control

Our 1,4,6-Trihydroxy-5-Methoxy-7-Prenylxanthone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR, MS). We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

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 structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%

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