Description

2-Phenylchroman-5,7-Diol is a high-purity flavonoid derivative, also known as 5,7-Dihydroxy-2-phenylchroman. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced chemical synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical industries for the development of bioactive molecules and as a key building block for more complex flavonoid structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR for quality control and method validation in laboratories.
• Nutraceutical Research: Employed in the research and development of dietary supplements and functional food ingredients due to its flavonoid backbone.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A versatile starting material for synthesizing more complex chroman and flavan derivatives.
• Biochemical Research: Used in studies investigating the biological activity, metabolism, and structure-activity relationships (SAR) of flavonoid compounds.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Development: Investigated for potential use in skincare formulations for its antioxidant properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenylchroman-5,7-Diol
CAS No.	493-43-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₄O₃
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	5,7-Dihydroxy-2-phenylchroman; 2-Phenyl-5,7-dihydroxychroman; 5,7-Dihydroxy-2-phenyl-2,3-dihydro-4H-chromen-4-one; 2-Phenyl-5,7-dihydroxy-2,3-dihydro-4H-chromen-4-one; Flavan-5,7-diol, 2-phenyl-; 2-Phenylchroman-5,7-diol; 5,7-Dihydroxyflavan
EINECS	207-787-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenylchroman-5,7-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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