Description

Necic Acid CAS NO 13588-16-4 is a naturally occurring organic acid belonging to the class of necic acids, which are pyrrolizidine alkaloid derivatives. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard in the research and development of pharmaceuticals and bioactive natural products. It is primarily sought by professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic research sectors for applications in synthetic chemistry, toxicology studies, and as a building block for complex molecule synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used as a key synthetic precursor in the development of novel pharmaceutical compounds.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and research in toxicology and natural product analysis.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating the biosynthesis, metabolism, and biological activity of pyrrolizidine alkaloids.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Acts as a building block for the chemical synthesis of complex natural products and their analogs.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in research laboratories for method development and exploratory chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Necic Acid
CAS No.	13588-16-4
Molecular Formula	C10H16O5
Molecular Weight	216.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Viridifloric Acid; Viridifloric Acid Necine Base; (2R,3R)-2,3-Dihydroxy-2-isopropyl-3-methylbutanedioic Acid; 2,3-Dihydroxy-2-(1-methylethyl)-3-methylbutanedioic Acid; Necic Acid (Viridifloric); 2-Isopropyl-3-methylmalic Acid; 3-Carboxy-2,3-dihydroxy-3-methylpentanoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Necic Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatography, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
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.