Description

Tryptanthrin CAS NO 13220-57-0 is a distinctive heterocyclic alkaloid and a key indoloquinazolinone derivative known for its unique fused ring structure. This compound matters significantly due to its potent and diverse biological activities, making it a valuable scaffold in advanced research and development. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical researchers, agrochemical developers, and academic institutions focused on discovering new bioactive molecules and therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a core scaffold for investigating new anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anticancer agents.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Used in mechanistic studies to probe biological pathways and enzyme interactions.
• Agrochemical Innovation: Investigated as a lead structure for developing novel fungicides and plant defense activators.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as a precursor or model compound for synthesizing specialized heterocyclic dyes.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Employed in synthetic organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry programs for novel compound library synthesis.
• Material Science Exploration: Studied for its potential in creating organic electronic materials due to its planar, conjugated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tryptanthrin
CAS No.	13220-57-0
Molecular Formula	C15H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	248.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Indolo[2,1-b]quinazoline-6,12-dione; 6,12-Dihydroindolo[2,1-b]quinazoline-6,12-dione; Tryptanthrine; Couroupitine A; NSC 63878
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Quality Control

Our Tryptanthrin is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is supplied with each batch to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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