Description

Ophiopogonanone B CAS NO 88700-33-8 is a bioactive natural product belonging to the class of homoisoflavonoids, primarily isolated from the roots of *Ophiopogon japonicus*. This compound is of significant interest for its potential pharmacological properties and serves as a key reference standard for quality control and research. It is essential for professionals in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and academic research sectors who require high-purity phytochemicals for analytical and developmental work.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification, assay, and purity testing of herbal extracts and finished products.
• Bioactivity Research: Investigated for its potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and cardioprotective effects in preclinical studies.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Serves as a key intermediate or target molecule in the synthesis and structural elucidation of related homoisoflavonoids.
• Herbal Medicine Quality Control: Critical for the standardization of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) formulations containing *Ophiopogon japonicus* (Maidong).
• Dietary Supplement Analysis: Employed in assay methods to ensure the potency and authenticity of nutraceutical products derived from *Ophiopogon* species.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Used in universities and research institutes for pharmacological screening and metabolic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ophiopogonanone B
CAS No.	88700-33-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₁₈O₆
Molecular Weight	342.34 g/mol
Synonyms	5,7-Dihydroxy-3-(4-hydroxybenzyl)-6-methoxy-8-methyl-4H-chromen-4-one; 3-(4-Hydroxybenzyl)-5,7-dihydroxy-6-methoxy-8-methyl-4-chromone; Homoisoflavonoid B from Ophiopogon japonicus; 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 5,7-dihydroxy-3-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl]-6-methoxy-8-methyl-
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ophiopogonanone B is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to support your regulatory and research requirements. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC purity data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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