Description

Verruculogen is a potent mycotoxin and tremorgenic indole alkaloid produced by various fungal species, including those from the *Penicillium* and *Aspergillus* genera. This compound is of significant interest in research and development due to its specific biological activity, which makes it a valuable tool for studying neurological pathways and mycotoxin contamination. It is primarily utilized by professionals in pharmaceutical research, toxicology, and agricultural science for analytical standards, biochemical studies, and as a reference material in quality control laboratories.

Application

• Biomedical Research: Used as a reference standard and active agent in studies investigating tremorgenic mechanisms, neurotoxicity, and ion channel modulation.
• Toxicology & Safety Testing: Serves as a critical analytical standard for the detection and quantification of mycotoxin contamination in food, feed, and environmental samples.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in biochemical assays and as a tool compound for screening potential neuroprotective agents or antidotes.
• Agricultural Science: Used in research focused on fungal pathogenesis, crop spoilage, and the development of mitigation strategies for mycotoxins.
• Quality Control Laboratories: Essential as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for calibrating equipment and validating analytical methods like HPLC and LC-MS.
• Academic Research: A key compound for studies in mycology, natural product chemistry, and the biosynthesis of fungal secondary metabolites.

Basic Information

Product Name	Verruculogen
CAS No.	12771-72-1
Molecular Formula	C27H33N3O7
Molecular Weight	511.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Verruculogen; Fumitremorgin B; 3-Hydroxy-4-(1-hydroxyethyl)-6,7-seco-6,7-didehydro-5a,6,7,8,9,9a-hexahydro-4H-furo[2',3':4,5]furo[3,2-g]indolizine-1,11-dione; Fumitremorgin-B; NSC 339593; Toxin Ft-B; Tremorgenic mycotoxin verruculogen
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Quality Control

Our Verruculogen is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing results from HPLC, NMR, and MS is provided with every shipment, supporting its use as a reliable reference standard in GMP and ISO 17025 accredited environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation. Keep away from strong acids and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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