Description

Actinorhodin is a benzoisochromanequinone antibiotic pigment produced by various *Streptomyces* species. This compound serves as a valuable chemical probe and reference standard in microbiological and biochemical research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic sectors for studying secondary metabolite biosynthesis, antibiotic mechanisms, and as a model compound in natural product chemistry.

Application

• Antibiotic Research: Used as a reference standard in studies exploring the biosynthesis, mode of action, and resistance mechanisms of benzoisochromanequinone antibiotics.
• Microbial Physiology: Serves as a chemical tool to investigate secondary metabolism and pigment production in actinobacteria, particularly *Streptomyces*.
• Biochemical Pathway Analysis: Employed in metabolic engineering and synthetic biology research to elucidate and manipulate polyketide synthase (PKS) pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a lead compound or intermediate for the synthesis and evaluation of novel antimicrobial agents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Provides a critical standard for quality control and identification in natural product isolation and characterization workflows.

Basic Information

Product Name	Actinorhodin
CAS No.	1397-77-9
Molecular Formula	C32H24O14
Molecular Weight	632.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Actinorhodine; NSC 322357; 3,8-Dihydroxy-1-methyl-9,10-dioxo-9,10-dihydroanthracene-2-carboxylic acid dimer; Benzoisochromanequinone antibiotic pigment
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Quality Control

Our Actinorhodin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), and other relevant physicochemical analyses to ensure it meets the high standards required for research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C or as specified on the label or COA. This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to light, air, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to purple powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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