Compound Q&A
How is 3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-5-hydroxy-7-methoxy-4H-chromen-4-one (CAS: 32884-36-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
This compound is usually synthesized via a modified Claisen condensation between 2,4-dihydroxyacetophenone and methyl methoxycinnamate. The process involves the use of a base catalyst and produces the target compound with good selectivity. The yield typically ranges from 70-85%.
About
CAS No
32884-36-9
English Name
3-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-5-hydroxy-7-methoxy-4H-chromen-4-one
Molecular Formula
C16H12O6
Molecular Weight
300.27 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC(O)=C2C(=O)C(=COC2=C1)C1=CC=C(O)C=C1O
InChIKey
ALFNTRJPGFNJQV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-27 19:31
