CAS No. 89-84-9

Batch: Purity:99.89
2,4-Dihydroxyacetophenone Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
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Chemical Information

CAS Number 89-84-9
Molecular Formula

C8H8O3

Molecular Weight (MW) 152.15
SMILES CC(=O)C1=C(C=C(C=C1)O)O

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

2,4-Dihydroxyacetophenone (Resacetophenone) is a naturally occurring plant phenolic metabolite that functions as a qualitative chelating reagent for ferric iron and exhibits antioxidant activity. By interacting with ferric ions and scavenging reactive oxygen species, this compound modulates oxidative stress pathways and cellular redox homeostasis. Its iron-binding capability and antioxidant properties contribute to protecting biological molecules from oxidative damage, making it a useful chemical tool in phytochemical research and redox biology studies.

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Solubility

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All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
DMSO 30 mg/mL (197.17 mM)
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO. The recommended stock concentration is 10 mM in DMSO.)
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.