Description

Delta(9-11)-Tetrahydrocannabinol is a synthetic cannabinoid compound with the CAS number 16849-44-8. This molecule is of significant interest in pharmaceutical and biomedical research for its potential as a reference standard and for investigating cannabinoid receptor pharmacology. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and pharmaceutical developers requiring high-purity cannabinoid derivatives for method development, bioactivity studies, and quality control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a critical reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in the development of novel cannabinoid-based therapies.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for method validation, calibration, and quantification in HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS analyses of cannabinoid products.
• Biomedical Studies: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to explore interactions with the endocannabinoid system (CB1 and CB2 receptors) and assess pharmacological profiles.
• Forensic Science: Acts as an analytical standard for the identification and differentiation of synthetic cannabinoids in forensic toxicology laboratories.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a key intermediate or precursor in the organic synthesis of more complex cannabinoid analogs and derivatives for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Quality Control & Assurance: Essential for establishing purity benchmarks and conducting impurity profiling in the manufacturing of cannabinoid-based products to ensure regulatory compliance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Delta(9-11)-Tetrahydrocannabinol
CAS No.	16849-44-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₃₀O₂
Molecular Weight	314.46 g/mol
Synonyms	δ9(11)-THC; (6aR,10aR)-6,6,9-Trimethyl-3-pentyl-6a,7,8,10a-tetrahydro-6H-benzo[c]chromen-1-ol; 9,11-Didehydro-δ9-THC; 9,11-Didehydrohexahydrocannabinol; NSC 134454; δ⁹(¹¹)-Tetrahydrocannabinol; 1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7-Octahydro-1,1,4-trimethyl-6-(1-methyl-4-hexen-1-yl)-2-phenanthrenol
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Quality Control

Our Delta(9-11)-Tetrahydrocannabinol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC-MS for identification, and residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) or as specified on the label or COA. This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH Q3C guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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