Compound Q&A
What industries use 2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-3,5,6,7-tetrahydroxy-4H-chromen-4-one (CAS: 90-18-6)?
Answer
2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-3,5,6,7-tetrahydroxy-4H-chromen-4-one is primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry as an intermediate for the synthesis of various bioactive compounds, including flavonoids and related natural products. It is also utilized in the production of colorants, pigments, and other organic materials. Its reactivity with multiple hydroxyl groups makes it a valuable compound in the development of new materials and sensors.
About
CAS No
90-18-6
English Name
2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-3,5,6,7-tetrahydroxy-4H-chromen-4-one
Molecular Formula
C15H10O8
Molecular Weight
318.24 g/mol
SMILES
c1cc(c(cc1c2c(c(=O)c3c(o2)cc(c(c3O)O)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
ZVOLCUVKHLEPEV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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