Description

Taxane CAS NO 1605-68-1 is a diterpenoid chemical compound belonging to a significant class of natural products known for their complex molecular architecture and potent biological activity. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by research institutions, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical suppliers engaged in the synthesis and study of complex bioactive molecules, particularly in oncology and other therapeutic areas.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the semi-synthesis of potent anticancer agents, including paclitaxel and docetaxel.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard in analytical laboratories for method development, validation, and quality control of taxane-based pharmaceuticals.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Serves as a core scaffold for the design, synthesis, and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies of novel therapeutic compounds.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs to study diterpenoid biosynthesis, chemical ecology, and natural product chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a high-value starting material for the production of specialized derivatives and analogs for biological screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	Taxane
CAS No.	1605-68-1
Molecular Formula	C20H32O4
Molecular Weight	336.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Taxane; 5β,20-Epoxy-1,2α,4,7β,10β,13α-hexahydroxytax-11-en-9-one; 10-Deacetylbaccatin III; NSC 330836; 4,20-Epoxy-1,2,7,10,13-pentahydroxytax-11-en-9-one; Taxane core
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Quality Control

Our Taxane is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting critical parameters such as assay purity and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation and degradation. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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