Formononetin

Name: Formononetin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-037409

About Formononetin

Formononetin is a high-purity reference standard of Daidzein carrying the CAS registry number 485-72-3. With the molecular formula C16H12O4, it has a molar mass of 268.26 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 7-hydroxy-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)chromen-4-one. Alternative names: Biochanin B and Formononetol.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Laboratories use this Daidzein standard for identity and assay testing, system suitability checks and method validation supporting ANDA and DMF filings. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Formononetin in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Related to Daidzein

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Daidzein impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Formononetin
Catalogue No.	VQ-037409
CAS Number	485-72-3
IUPAC name	7-hydroxy-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)chromen-4-one
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₁₂O₄
Molecular weight	268.26 g/mol
Exact mass	268.0736
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	HKQYGTCOTHHOMP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=CC=C(C=C1)C2=COC3=C(C2=O)C=CC(=C3)O
PubChem CID	5280378

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	55.8 Å²
Synonyms	Biochanin B, Formononetol, 7-Hydroxy-4'-methoxyisoflavone, Myconate, Neochanin, 4'-O-methyldaidzein, 7-hydroxy-4'-methoxy-isoflavone, 7-hydroxy-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4H-chromen-4-one, 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 7-hydroxy-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-, 7-Hydroxy-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one, formononetine, Isoflavone, 7-hydroxy-4'-methoxy-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

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 Formononetin?

The CAS Registry Number of Formononetin is 485-72-3. It is also known as Biochanin B, Formononetol, 7-Hydroxy-4'-methoxyisoflavone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Formononetin?

Formononetin has the molecular formula C16H12O4 and a molecular weight of 268.26 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 7-hydroxy-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)chromen-4-one.

What is Formononetin used for?

Formononetin is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Daidzein. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Formononetin can I order?

We supply Formononetin in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Formononetin?

Yes. Every lot of Formononetin 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 Formononetin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Formononetin is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.