Description

16,17-Dihydroxykauran-3-One is a high-purity diterpenoid compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This specialized chemical serves as a crucial intermediate for the development of novel bioactive molecules, particularly within the realm of natural product derivatives. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors seeking to explore its unique structural framework.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and analogs with potential therapeutic activities.
• Natural Product Research: Used as a reference standard or starting material in the study of kaurane diterpenoids and their biological properties.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral synthon for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating enzyme interactions, metabolic pathways, or structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate for creating new plant growth regulators or bioactive agrochemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	16,17-Dihydroxykauran-3-One
CAS No.	16836-28-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₂O₃
Molecular Weight	320.47 g/mol
Synonyms	16,17-Dihydroxykauran-3-one; Kaurane-3-one, 16,17-dihydroxy-; 3-Kauranone, 16,17-dihydroxy-; 16β,17-Dihydroxykauran-3-one; ent-16β,17-Dihydroxykauran-3-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 16,17-Dihydroxykauran-3-One is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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