Description

1,7-Dihydroxy-2,3-methylenedioxyxanthone is a specialized xanthone derivative, a class of compounds known for their diverse biological activities. This high-purity compound is valued as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, natural product synthesis, and biochemical studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting inflammation, cancer, or microbial infections.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for the identification and quantification of xanthone derivatives in complex mixtures.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in in-vitro studies to investigate biological pathways, enzyme inhibition, and receptor binding activities due to its specific xanthone scaffold.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Acts as a synthetic target or intermediate for the preparation of complex natural products and their analogs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Cosmeceutical Research: Explored for potential applications in skincare formulations, leveraging the antioxidant properties common to many hydroxylated xanthones.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,7-Dihydroxy-2,3-methylenedioxyxanthone
CAS No.	183210-63-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₀O₇
Molecular Weight	302.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1,7-Dihydroxy-2,3-methylenedioxy-9H-xanthen-9-one; 2,3-Methylenedioxy-1,7-dihydroxyxanthone; 1,7-Dihydroxy-2,3-(methylenedioxy)xanthone; NSC 776128; Xanthone, 1,7-dihydroxy-2,3-methylenedioxy-; Lichexanthone derivative
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Quality Control

Our 1,7-Dihydroxy-2,3-methylenedioxyxanthone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your research or production 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). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly 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.