Description

8-Hydroxyflavone is a naturally occurring flavonoid derivative with a distinct phenolic hydroxyl group at the 8-position of its flavone backbone. This compound is valued as a versatile chemical intermediate and research standard in organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. It serves critical roles in the development of pharmaceutical actives, nutraceuticals, and as a reference material in biochemical research for studying flavonoid activity and metabolism.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and bioactive molecules targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a reference standard or lead compound in studies of enzyme inhibition, antioxidant activity, and cellular signaling pathways.
• Nutraceutical & Cosmetic Ingredient: Employed in the research and development of functional ingredients for health supplements and personal care products.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A key starting material for the preparation of more complex flavonoid analogs and specialty fine chemicals.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a high-purity standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical method development and calibration.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for its potential in creating organic electronic materials or metal-chelating agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Hydroxyflavone
CAS No.	77298-64-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight	238.24 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hydroxy-2-phenyl-4H-chromen-4-one; 8-Hydroxy-2-phenyl-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one; 2-Phenyl-8-hydroxy-4H-chromen-4-one; Flavone, 8-hydroxy-; 8-HF; 8-OHF
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Quality Control

Our 8-Hydroxyflavone is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	162 - 167 °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.