Properties
Description
Hesperetin is a trihydroxy flavanone having the three hydroxy groups located at the 3'-, 5- and 7-positions and an additional methoxy substituent at the 4'-position.
Molecular Formula
C16H14O6
Source
Citrus sinensis, Citrus limon
Form
Pale yellow needle crystal
Purity
>98%, determined by HPLC.
Solubility
It is easily soluble in ethanol, soluble in dilute alkali solution, and partially soluble in ether. It is slightly soluble in water, chloroform and benzene.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR and MS.
Applications
Hesperetin can be used for antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammation activity experiments, etc.
