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Table 4 UV absorption ranges for flavonoids [29]

From: Flavonoids: isolation, characterization, and health benefits

Absorption 1 (nm)

Absorption 2 (nm)

Types

250–280

310–350

Flavone

250–280

330–360

Flavonols (3-OH-substituted)

250–280

350–385

Flavonols (3-OH-free)

245–275

310–330 shoulder

Isoflavone

 

C. 320 peak

Isoflavones (5-deoxy-6,7-deoxygenated)

275–295

300–330 shoulder

Flavonones and dihydroflavonols

230–270

340–390

Chalcones

230–270

380–430

Aurones

270–280

465–560

Anthocyanidins and Anthocyanins