1-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanone

CAS: 17720-60-4

Ref. 3D-FD11787

Product Information

• Name: 1-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanone
• Synonyms: 2,4,4'-Trihydroxydesoxybenzoin
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 1-(2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanone is a naturally occurring phenolic compound, which is a type of phytoestrogen derived from plant sources, particularly noted for its presence in certain medicinal herbs. This compound exhibits estrogen-like activity, as it can bind to estrogen receptors and modulate estrogenic effects in the body. Its mode of action involves mimicking natural estrogens, making it a subject of interest for hormonal balance studies and therapeutic applications in cases where hormone replacement might be considered.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 244.24 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O₄
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder
• InChI: InChI=1S/C14H12O4/c15-10-3-1-9(2-4-10)7-13(17)12-6-5-11(16)8-14(12)18/h1-6,8,15-16,18H,7H2
• InChI key: InChIKey=KLFCJXAPIFIIFR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: O=C(Cc1ccc(O)cc1)c1ccc(O)cc1O