Description

Illudin S is a potent, naturally occurring sesquiterpene compound derived from certain fungi. This molecule is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research due to its unique biological activity and its role as a precursor for the development of novel anticancer agents. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical developers engaged in oncology, toxicology, and natural product chemistry. The compound is supplied with a high level of purity to ensure reliable and reproducible experimental results.

Application

• Biomedical Research: A key tool for studying DNA alkylation, cytotoxicity mechanisms, and cellular apoptosis pathways.
• Anticancer Agent Development: Serves as a critical starting material or pharmacophore for synthesizing and evaluating novel chemotherapeutic prodrugs.
• Toxicology Studies: Used to investigate the specific toxicological profile and metabolic pathways of illudin-class compounds.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Employed as a reference standard for the isolation, identification, and characterization of fungal metabolites.
• Enzyme Inhibition Studies: Investigated for its potential to inhibit specific enzymatic processes relevant to cell proliferation.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes to study target engagement and biological function within cells.

Basic Information

Product Name	Illudin S
CAS No.	1149-99-1
Molecular Formula	C15H20O4
Molecular Weight	264.32 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hydroxymethyl-4,4a,5,6,7,8-hexahydro-4a,7-dimethylcyclopenta[g]isobenzofuran-1(3H)-one; Illudin S; Illudin-S; 6-(Hydroxymethyl)-4,4a,5,6,7,8-hexahydro-4a,7-dimethylcyclopenta[g]isobenzofuran-1(3H)-one; Lampterol; NSC 169015
EINECS	214-556-8

Quality Control

Our Illudin S is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, purity, and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at -20°C or below for long-term stability. The material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; allow it to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Spectrum matches reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.