Description

Gentisein is a naturally occurring isoflavone, a class of compounds known for their significant biological activity. This high-purity compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical research and as a reference standard for analytical testing. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and life science sectors for developing therapeutic agents and conducting quality control analyses.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates targeting various metabolic and inflammatory pathways.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the identification, purity assessment, and quantification of isoflavones in HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Research: Employed in studies investigating the potential health benefits of plant-derived isoflavones.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a tool compound in vitro and in vivo to study cellular mechanisms related to antioxidant activity and enzyme inhibition.
• Cosmeceutical Development: Incorporated into research for skincare formulations due to its studied bioactive properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gentisein
CAS No.	529-49-7
Molecular Formula	C15H10O5
Molecular Weight	270.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5,7-Dihydroxy-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one; 5,7,4'-Trihydroxyisoflavone; Genistein-4'-methyl ether; 4'-Methylgenistein; Prunetol 4'-methyl ether; Isoflavone, 5,7,4'-trihydroxy-; 4',5,7-Trihydroxyisoflavone
EINECS	208-461-3

Quality Control

Our Gentisein is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC chromatograms for purity verification. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.2%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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