Description

α-Rhodomycinone is a key anthracycline aglycone, serving as a fundamental structural precursor for the synthesis of complex antibiotic compounds. Its significance lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for developing potent chemotherapeutic agents and research-grade biochemical tools. This high-purity compound is essential for pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and manufacturers specializing in oncology drug discovery and advanced chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical precursor in the synthesis of anthracycline antibiotics such as doxorubicin and daunorubicin.
• Oncology Research: Used as a reference standard and building block in cancer research for studying drug mechanisms and developing novel therapies.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in enzymatic and metabolic pathway studies related to antibiotic biosynthesis.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated starting material for the preparation of structurally modified anthraquinone derivatives.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental compound for research in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Rhodomycinone
CAS No.	17514-43-1
Molecular Formula	C25H26O9
Molecular Weight	470.47 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Rhodomycinone; 7-Deoxy-13-dihydrocarminomycinone; (7S,9S)-7,9,10-Trihydroxy-8-methyl-6,7,8,9,10,12-hexahydrotetracene-5,12-dione; 5,12-Naphthacenedione, 7,9,10-trihydroxy-8-methyl-6,7,8,9,10,12-hexahydro-, (7S,9S)-; Carminomycinone aglycone; Antibiotic MA 144 M1 aglycone
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Quality Control

Our α-Rhodomycinone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes to support your research and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline 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.