Description

22,29,30-Trisnor-17Alpha(H)-Hopan-21-One is a high-purity, triterpenoid-derived ketone compound, identified by CAS No. 1172-78-7. This specialized biomarker is of significant value for geochemical and environmental research, serving as a critical reference standard for the analysis of organic matter in sediments and petroleum. It is primarily required by analytical laboratories, research institutions, and energy sector companies engaged in petroleum geochemistry, environmental forensics, and paleoclimate studies to ensure accurate identification and quantification in complex matrices.

Application

• Geochemical Biomarker Analysis: Used as a certified reference material for the identification and quantification of hopanoids in crude oils, source rocks, and sediments.
• Petroleum Exploration & Characterization: Aids in assessing thermal maturity, depositional environments, and the origin of petroleum fluids.
• Environmental Forensics: Serves as a tracer for studying the fate, transport, and biodegradation of petroleum hydrocarbons in contaminated sites.
• Paleoenvironmental Research: Employed in reconstructing past ecological and climatic conditions based on sedimentary organic records.
• Analytical Method Development & Validation: Essential for calibrating instruments (GC, GC-MS, LC-MS) and establishing reliable analytical protocols.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Supports fundamental studies in organic geochemistry and related scientific disciplines.

Basic Information

Product Name	22,29,30-Trisnor-17Alpha(H)-Hopan-21-One
CAS No.	1172-78-7
Molecular Formula	C27H44O
Molecular Weight	384.64 g/mol
Synonyms	22,29,30-Trisnorneohopan-21-one; 17α(H)-22,29,30-Trisnorhopan-21-one; Trisnorhopanone; Hopanoid Biomarker C27 Ketone; 21-Keto-22,29,30-trisnorhopane; Neohopan-21-one derivative; Geochemical Standard 1172-78-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 22,29,30-Trisnor-17Alpha(H)-Hopan-21-One is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive analytical applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC-MS, HPLC, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results are provided with every shipment to support your research and compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (GC-MS)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Purity (GC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details

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