Description

Ponesterone A is a high-purity ecdysteroid, a class of steroid hormones found in plants and insects. This compound is valued for its role as a key biochemical standard and research tool in developmental biology and endocrinology. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science sectors for applications ranging from analytical reference standards to the synthesis of bioactive derivatives.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard in studies of insect molting, metamorphosis, and endocrine system regulation.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or starting material in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents targeting hormonal pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development and testing of insect growth regulators (IGRs) for pest control solutions.
• Analytical Chemistry: Acts as a high-purity calibration standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods in quality control laboratories.
• Life Science Reagents: Incorporated into cell culture studies and assays investigating steroid hormone receptor activity and signaling.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ponesterone A
CAS No.	13408-56-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₄O₇
Molecular Weight	480.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Ponasterone A; Pon A; β-Ecdysone; 2β,3β,14α,20R,22R,25-Hexahydroxy-5β-cholest-7-en-6-one; 20-Hydroxyecdysone 22-acetate; Crustecdysone acetate; Ecdysterone acetate; (2β,3β,5β,22R)-2,3,14,20,22,25-Hexahydroxycholest-7-en-6-one 22-acetate
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Quality Control

Our Ponesterone A is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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