Description

Deoxyherquienone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of polyketide-derived metabolites. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced chemical synthesis and biochemical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, natural product chemistry, and the development of novel bioactive molecules. Its unique structure makes it a compound of significant interest for targeted scientific applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a crucial intermediate or building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and novel therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for method development, calibration, and quality control in laboratory testing.
• Natural Product Chemistry Studies: Employed in research to study biosynthetic pathways, enzyme inhibition, and the structure-activity relationships of related metabolites.
• Academic & Institutional Research: A vital reagent for universities and research institutes conducting investigations in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the development of other fine chemicals and advanced materials with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Deoxyherquienone
CAS No.	17298-90-7
Molecular Formula	C20H22O5
Molecular Weight	342.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Deoxyherquienone; (-)-Deoxyherquienone; (3R,4aR,5S,6R,8aS)-5,6,8a-Trimethyl-3-(1-methylethenyl)-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-decahydronaphthalene-1,4-dione; Herquienone derivative; 1,4-Naphthalenedione derivative; Polyketide metabolite
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Quality Control

Our Deoxyherquienone is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity for oxidation, prolonged exposure to light, heat, or air should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.