4-Hydroxy-4'-methoxychalcone

CAS: 69704-15-0

Ref. 3D-FH66688

Product Information

• Name: 4-Hydroxy-4'-methoxychalcone
• Synonyms: 2-propen-1-one, 3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)-, (2E)-

Description

4-Hydroxy-4'-methoxychalcone is a flavonoid that can be found in plants, fruits and vegetables. It has been shown to have anti-malarial activity and low bioavailability in humans. 4-Hydroxy-4'-methoxychalcone has been shown to inhibit the growth of cancer cells by binding to DNA and inhibiting the synthesis of proteins. 4-Hydroxy-4'-methoxychalcone also has antibacterial properties, which may be due to its ability to inhibit protein synthesis. This compound is commonly outsourced for use in the food industry as a flavoring agent or as an antioxidant.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 254.28 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₆H₁₄O₃
• Color/Form: Powder
• InChI: InChI=1S/C16H14O3/c1-19-15-9-5-13(6-10-15)16(18)11-4-12-2-7-14(17)8-3-12/h2-11,17H,1H3/b11-4+
• InChI key: InChIKey=WSEGRADBFAKNHQ-NYYWCZLTSA-N
• SMILES: COc1ccc(C(=O)/C=C/c2ccc(O)cc2)cc1