6-Hydroxy-chroman-4-one

• CAT Number: L047597
• CAS Number: 80096-64-6
• Molecular Formula: C9H8O3
• Molecular Weight: 164.16
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 6-hydroxy-2,3-dihydrochromen-4-one
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H8O3/c10-6-1-2-9-7(5-6)8(11)3-4-12-9/h1-2,5,10H,3-4H2
• InChIKey: HTKPIKIGEYFNBY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1COC2=C(C1=O)C=C(C=C2)O

6-Hydroxychroman-4-one is an organic compound with a chroman-4-one backbone, featuring a hydroxyl group (-OH) at the 6-position. The chroman-4-one structure consists of a benzene ring fused to a lactone ring, which imparts aromaticity and stability. The hydroxyl group adds polarity and reactivity, enabling further functionalization. This compound is used in organic synthesis, particularly for designing bioactive molecules. It has potential applications in medicinal chemistry, such as in the development of antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, or other therapeutics.