Description

Nortenuazonic Acid CAS NO 16820-44-3 is a specialized organic compound belonging to the tenuazonic acid family of mycotoxins. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and analytical chemistry, particularly for its role as a reference standard and a target analyte. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, diagnostic laboratories, and quality control facilities engaged in food safety, toxicology, and mycology studies. Our supply ensures high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, which is critical for reliable experimental and analytical results.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for the accurate quantification of tenuazonic acid mycotoxins in various matrices via HPLC, LC-MS/MS, or ELISA methods.
• Food Safety Testing: Essential for developing and validating methods to detect and monitor mycotoxin contamination in grains, cereals, tomato products, and other agricultural commodities.
• Toxicological Research: Used in studies investigating the biosynthesis, metabolic pathways, and toxicological effects of Alternaria mycotoxins.
• Diagnostic Kit Development: Employed as a key antigen or hapten in the production of antibodies for immunoassay-based rapid test kits.
• Pharmaceutical Impurity Profiling: Acts as a marker compound in the quality control of herbal medicines and botanicals susceptible to fungal contamination.
• Academic & Method Development: Provides a pure substance for university research, method development, and proficiency testing in analytical chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nortenuazonic Acid
CAS No.	16820-44-3
Molecular Formula	C10H15NO3
Molecular Weight	197.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetyl-1,5-dihydro-4-hydroxy-5-(1-methylpropyl)-2H-pyrrol-2-one; 3-Acetyl-4-hydroxy-5-(sec-butyl)-1,5-dihydro-2H-pyrrol-2-one; Iso-tenuazonic Acid; 4-Hydroxy-3-acetyl-5-sec-butyl-1,5-dihydro-2H-pyrrol-2-one; Nortenuazonate; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Every batch of Nortenuazonic Acid is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and stability. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with results from HPLC, NMR, and MS confirmation. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and analytical standard applications, ensuring reliable and reproducible performance in your laboratory.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a cool, dry place. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Research Grade)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Analytical Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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