Baicalein

491-67-8

Baicalein

5,6,7-trihydroxy-2-phenylchromen-4-one

C15H10O5

MW = 270.24 g/mol

Technical Data

C15H10O5
MW = 270.24 g/mol
Solid, Light yellow to Dark green - powder/crystal
Melting point = 265 °C

Storage Shipping

H315 - Causes skin irritation
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation.
P280 - Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
Store at 2-8°C, ship at ambient temperature

Description

Baicalein; CAS 491-67-8 can be isolated from the roots of Scutellaria baicalensis and Scutellaria lateriflora. it is a bioactive flavone with potential antiviral, antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic, and anticancer properties. As such it is a compound of interest in the research of the treatment of a number therapeutic areas.