rac-Hesperetin

RT

302, 28

White to pale yellow or light brown powder

rac-Hesperetin is a derivative of Hesperidine with potential antihyperglycemic activity.

Synonyms:
2, 3-Dihydro-5, 7-dihydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one; (±)-5, 7, 3'-Trihydroxy-4'-methoxyflavanone; (±)-Hesperetin; 5, 7-Dihydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)chroman-4-one

CAS No:
69097-99-0

Molecular Formula:
C₁₆H₁₄O₆

Molecular Weight:
302.28

Appearance:
White to pale yellow or light brown powder

Purity:
≥97%

Melting Point:
>215°C (dec.)

Solubility:
Dichloromethane (Slightly), Ethyl Acetate (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)

Storage and Stability:
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.