Description

1,3-Dihydroxyxanthone is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the xanthone class of chemicals. This versatile intermediate is valued for its unique structural properties, which make it a critical building block in advanced synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, or anticancer activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its xanthone core for bioactive molecule design.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and natural product analogs.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes and functional colorants due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential applications in organic electronics, such as in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or photoconductive materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dihydroxyxanthone
CAS No.	3875-68-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₈O₄
Molecular Weight	228.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dihydroxy-9H-xanthen-9-one; Xanthone-1,3-diol; 1,3-Xanthonediol; NSC 407347; 9H-Xanthene-1,3-diol-9-one
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dihydroxyxanthone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by FT-IR and melting point determination. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	255 - 265 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.