Biochanin A

Name: Biochanin A
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012401

About Biochanin A

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Biochanin A, an oxygen heterocycle registered under CAS number 491-80-5 with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula C16H12O5, corresponding to a molecular weight of 284.26 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 5,7-dihydroxy-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)chromen-4-one. Alternative names: 4′-Methylgenistein and 5,7-Dihydroxy-4′-methoxyisoflavone.

The material typically appears as light yellow to yellow to orange powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 215-219 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

It is commonly used for chromatography and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Biochanin A in 100 mg, 1 g, 5 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Chromatography
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Biochanin A
Catalogue No.	VQ-012401
CAS Number	491-80-5
IUPAC name	5,7-dihydroxy-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)chromen-4-one
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₁₂O₅
Molecular weight	284.26 g/mol
Exact mass	284.0685
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29171990
InChIKey	WUADCCWRTIWANL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=CC=C(C=C1)C2=COC3=CC(=CC(=C3C2=O)O)O
PubChem CID	5280373

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow to orange powder or crystals
Melting point	215-219 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 5
TPSA	76 Å²
Synonyms	4′-Methylgenistein, 5,7-Dihydroxy-4′-methoxyisoflavone, Genistein 4′-methyl ether, Olmelin, Biochanin, 5,7-Dihydroxy-4'-methoxyisoflavone, 4'-Methylgenistein, 5,7-Dihydroxy-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4H-chromen-4-one, Pratensol, Biochanine A, Genistein 4-methyl ether, Biochanin-A

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Biochanin A?

The CAS Registry Number of Biochanin A is 491-80-5. It is also known as 4′-Methylgenistein, 5,7-Dihydroxy-4′-methoxyisoflavone, Genistein 4′-methyl ether.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Biochanin A?

Biochanin A has the molecular formula C16H12O5 and a molecular weight of 284.26 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5,7-dihydroxy-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)chromen-4-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of Biochanin A can I order?

We supply Biochanin A in (98%) grade, in 100 mg, 1 g, 5 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Biochanin A?

Yes. Every lot of Biochanin A is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Biochanin A be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Biochanin A worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.