Description

Alpinone CAS NO 480-13-7 is a high-purity, naturally occurring flavonoid compound valued for its specific biological activity and structural properties. This compound is of significant interest for research and development in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors. It serves as a key intermediate or reference standard for scientists working in drug discovery, phytochemistry, and analytical method development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard or active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in the development of new therapeutic agents.
• Nutraceutical Formulation: Incorporated into dietary supplements for its potential bioactive properties derived from natural sources.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a crucial biochemical tool for studying flavonoid pathways, enzyme interactions, and structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a high-purity calibration standard in chromatographic methods like HPLC and LC-MS for quality control of plant extracts.
• Cosmeceutical Development: Investigated for potential application in advanced skincare formulations due to its natural origin and chemical profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alpinone
CAS No.	480-13-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂O₆
Molecular Weight	300.26 g/mol
Synonyms	5,7-Dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-6,8-dimethyl-4H-chromen-4-one; 5,7-Dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-6,8-dimethylchromone; 6,8-Dimethylapigenin; Alpinone; NSC 407345
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Quality Control

Our Alpinone is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification by spectroscopic methods and purity assay by HPLC. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.