Description

8-Hydroxy-5-Oxoophiobola-3,6,19-Trien-25-Oic Acid is a high-purity, structurally complex ophiobolane-type sesquiterpenoid derivative. This compound is of significant interest for advanced research and development, particularly in the fields of pharmacology and natural product chemistry, due to its unique molecular scaffold. It serves as a critical reference standard and a valuable intermediate for scientists in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and academic research institutions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a key intermediate or reference standard in the discovery and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly for investigating bioactive natural products.
• Biochemical Studies: Used as a probe or substrate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research due to its specific terpenoid structure.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated building block or target molecule in the total synthesis of complex sesquiterpenoids.
• Agrochemical Research: Investigated for potential bioactivity as a lead compound in the development of new plant protection agents.
• Analytical Standard: Employed as a high-purity calibrant in chromatographic (HPLC, LC-MS) and spectroscopic analyses for quality control and method validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Hydroxy-5-Oxoophiobola-3,6,19-Trien-25-Oic Acid
CAS No.	18456-04-7
Molecular Formula	C20H26O4
Molecular Weight	330.42 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hydroxy-5-oxoophiobola-3,6,19-trien-25-oic acid; Ophiobolin F; 3,6,19-Ophiobolatrien-5-one, 8,25-dihydroxy-, (25ξ)-; 8-Hydroxy-5-oxoophiobola-3,6,19-trien-25-carboxylic Acid; 5-Oxo-8-hydroxyophiobola-3,6,19-trien-25-oic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 8-Hydroxy-5-Oxoophiobola-3,6,19-Trien-25-Oic Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, verified by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and MS. We support research and development with reliable, well-characterized materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). For long-term storage, consider storing under inert atmosphere to preserve stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.