Description

Flaviolin is a naturally occurring naphthoquinone pigment and a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of various fungal and plant-derived metabolites. This compound is valued for its role as a biochemical building block and its potential as a reference standard in analytical and research settings. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and natural product chemistry sectors for synthesis, metabolic pathway studies, and quality control.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key intermediate in studying the biosynthesis pathways of fungal pigments and antibiotics.
• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for the identification and quantification of related compounds in quality control laboratories.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Acts as a precursor or building block in the synthetic chemistry of complex natural products and bioactive molecules.
• Enzyme Substrate Studies: Employed in enzymatic assays to investigate the activity of specific oxidoreductases and polyketide synthases.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for its potential photochemical properties and applications in developing novel organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Flaviolin
CAS No.	479-05-0
Molecular Formula	C11H6O5
Molecular Weight	218.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4,5-Trihydroxy-2-naphthoic acid; 1,4,5-Trihydroxynaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Hydroxyjuglone; Flavioline; NSC 407347; 2-Naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 1,4,5-trihydroxy-
EINECS	207-533-8

Quality Control

Our Flaviolin is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting the specific results for your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.