Description

9-Hydroxy-α-Naphthoflavone is a specialized flavonoid derivative with a distinct hydroxylated naphthalene structure. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced chemical synthesis and biochemical research. It is primarily utilized by professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for applications requiring high-purity, structurally-defined organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and as a reference standard for analytical method development.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a selective ligand or probe in enzyme inhibition studies and receptor binding assays due to its specific molecular framework.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating complex organic molecules with potential biological activity in medicinal chemistry.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a high-purity calibration standard in chromatographic (HPLC, LC-MS) and spectroscopic analyses to ensure accuracy and reproducibility.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for its potential application in the development of organic electronic materials or advanced polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Hydroxy-α-Naphthoflavone
CAS No.	78729-83-6
Molecular Formula	C19H12O3
Molecular Weight	288.30 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Hydroxy-α-Naphthoflavone; 9-Hydroxy-ANF; 9-Hydroxy-7,8-benzoflavone; 9-Hydroxy-7,8-benzo-4',5,7-trihydroxyflavone (deprotonated form reference); 9-OH-ANF; 9-Hydroxybenzoflavone; Flavone, 9-hydroxy-7,8-benzo-; 3-(9-Hydroxynaphtho[2,1-b]pyran-2-yl)chromen-4-one (structural reference)
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Quality Control

Our 9-Hydroxy-α-Naphthoflavone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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