Description

5,7-Dihydroxy-2,6-Dimethyl-4H-1-Benzopyran-4-One is a high-purity chromone derivative, a key structural motif in many bioactive natural products and synthetic intermediates. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis, offering a defined scaffold for developing new active ingredients. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a core scaffold for the synthesis of novel drug candidates with potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, or anticancer activities.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used as a key building block in the preparation of complex organic molecules, flavors, and fragrances.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a reference standard or probe in studying enzyme inhibition and biological pathways involving chromone structures.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a precursor in the research and development of new pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of organic semiconductors, dyes, and photostable materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,7-Dihydroxy-2,6-Dimethyl-4H-1-Benzopyran-4-One
CAS No.	491-48-5
Molecular Formula	C11H10O4
Molecular Weight	206.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethyl-5,7-dihydroxychromone; 5,7-Dihydroxy-2,6-dimethylchromone; Alpinone; 2,6-Dimethyl-5,7-dihydroxy-4H-chromen-4-one; 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 5,7-dihydroxy-2,6-dimethyl-; NSC 407332; 5,7-Dihydroxy-2,6-dimethyl-4-chromone
EINECS	207-747-7

Quality Control

Our 5,7-Dihydroxy-2,6-Dimethyl-4H-1-Benzopyran-4-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	258°C - 262°C
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.