Description

(-)-7-Hydroxyflavanone is a high-purity, single-enantiomer flavanone derivative characterized by its specific hydroxylation pattern. This compound serves as a crucial chiral building block and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and fine chemical development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in cardiovascular and neurological research.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and probe in enzymatic studies related to flavonoid metabolism and biosynthesis pathways.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Serves as a core scaffold for the semi-synthesis of complex natural flavonoids and their analogs.
• Analytical Standard: Employed in HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR for method development, calibration, and quantification of flavanone compounds.
• Cosmeceutical Research: Investigated for its potential antioxidant properties in advanced skincare and cosmetic formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-7-Hydroxyflavanone
CAS No.	2545-13-3
Molecular Formula	C15H12O3
Molecular Weight	240.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-7-Hydroxyflavanone; (2S)-7-Hydroxy-2,3-dihydro-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one; 7-Hydroxy-(S)-flavanone; 7-Hydroxy-2,3-dihydroflavone; (S)-7-Hydroxy-2-phenylchroman-4-one; Flavan-4-one, 7-hydroxy-, (S)-; 2545-13-3 (CAS)
EINECS	219-817-3

Quality Control

Our (-)-7-Hydroxyflavanone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure identity, potency, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific results for all critical parameters is supplied with every shipment.

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	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (S-enantiomer)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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