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2',4',6'-Trihydroxyacetophenone monohydrate

SKU 43063746 CAS 480-66-0 C8H8O4 · H2O MW 186.16 Available on enquiry

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2',4',6'-Trihydroxyacetophenone monohydrate is an organic compound belonging to the acetophenone family, used as a building block for the synthesis of flavonoids and chalcones, as a matrix in matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization (MALDI) mass spectrometry for the analysis of acidic glycans and glycopeptides, and as a chemical intermediate in agrochemicals and dyes. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C8H8O4 · H2O and a molecular weight of 186.16 g/mol. Stored at ambient conditions, it carries a signal word of Warning for safety classification. Molekula supplies 2',4',6'-Trihydroxyacetophenone monohydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
43063746
CAS Number
480-66-0
IUPAC Name
1-(2,4,6-trihydroxyphenyl)ethanone
EC Number
207-556-5
Molecular Formula
C8H8O4 · H2O
Molecular Weight
186.16
Exact Mass
168.0423
SMILES
CC(=O)C1=C(C=C(C=C1O)O)O
InChIKey
XLEYFDVVXLMULC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H8O4/c1-4(9)8-6(11)2-5(10)3-7(8)12/h2-3,10-12H,1H3
PubChem CID
68073

Synonyms

  • 1-(2,4,6-Trihydroxyphenyl)ethan-1-one
  • 1-(2,4,6-Trihydroxyphenyl)ethanone
  • 2-Acetylphloroglucinol
  • 2',4',6'-Trihydroxyacetophenone
  • Acetophloroglucine
  • Acetylphloroglucinol
  • Ethanone, 1-(2,4,6-trihydroxyphenyl)-
  • monoacetylphloroglucinol
  • Phloracetophenone
  • PHLOROACETOPHENONE

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point
219 °C

Source: PubChem CID 68073 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))

Frequently asked questions

What is 2',4',6'-Trihydroxyacetophenone monohydrate commonly used for?

It is primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and as a building block for organic electronics, including OLED materials.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of this compound?

The molecular formula is C₈H₈O₄ · H₂O and the molecular weight is 186.16 g/mol.

How should 2',4',6'-Trihydroxyacetophenone monohydrate be stored?

Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and incompatible substances.

What grade or purity is available for this product?

Molekula supplies this compound in high-purity research grade (typically ≥98% purity). Bulk or custom grades may be available upon request.

Can Molekula supply this product in bulk quantities?

Yes, we can supply bulk quantities of 2',4',6'-Trihydroxyacetophenone monohydrate, subject to availability and customer requirements.

What documentation comes with an order of this product?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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