DihydroQuercetin
Dihydroquercetin, commonly referred to as Taxifolin, is a naturally occurring flavanonol belonging to the broader class of polyphenolic flavonoids. It is characterized by a C15 flavonoid backbone with multiple hydroxyl substitutions and a saturated C2–C3 bond within the heterocyclic C ring. This structural feature distinguishes it from related flavonols such as quercetin and contributes to differences in planarity, redox kinetics, and molecular stability.
At LeafyLife, DHQ is isolated through supercritical carbon dioxide extraction followed by controlled downstream refinement and standardization. The objective of this process is to preserve structural integrity while achieving defined purity levels suitable for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and dermaceutical formulation systems.
Chemical Name: Dihydroquercetin
Synonym: Taxifolin
Molecular Formula: C15H12O7
Molecular Weight: 304.25 g/mol
Compound Class: Flavanonol
Appearance: Light yellow to pale beige crystalline powder
Structural Features:
- Polyphenolic backbone
- Multiple hydroxyl substitutions
- Saturated heterocyclic C-ring
The absence of a C2–C3 double bond provides distinct structural stability compared to
related flavonols.