The molecule is a member of the class of chalcones that is trans-chalcone substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 2', 3 and 4. The precursor of 3',4'-dihydroxyaurone. It is a member of chalcones and a member of catechols. It derives from a trans-chalcone. It is a conjugate acid of a 2',3,4-trihydroxy-trans-chalcone(1-).
(E)-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-1-(2-hydroxyphenyl)prop-2-en-1-one