Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-5-hydroxy-7-methoxy-4H-chromen-4-one (CAS: 20243-59-8)?
Answer
This compound is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry as an intermediate for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients. It may also find applications in the food industry as a flavor enhancer or in research as a chemical reagent or model compound.
About
CAS No
20243-59-8
English Name
2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-5-hydroxy-7-methoxy-4H-chromen-4-one
Molecular Formula
C16H12O6
Molecular Weight
300.27 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC(=C2C(=C1)OC(=CC2=O)C3=CC(=C(C=C3)O)O)O
InChIKey
RRRSSAVLTCVNIQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-21 17:24
