Description

Rhodotorulic Acid CAS NO 18928-00-2 is a high-purity, naturally occurring hydroxamate siderophore produced by certain yeast species. This compound is of significant interest for its potent iron-chelating properties, which are critical in biological and chemical research. It serves as a key biochemical tool for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agricultural sectors, particularly in studies of microbial iron metabolism, plant nutrition, and as a precursor for specialized chelating agents.

Application

• Biochemical & Microbiological Research: Used as a standard or reagent in studies of iron acquisition, transport, and homeostasis in microorganisms and plants.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigated for its potential in developing novel antimicrobial strategies or iron-chelating therapeutics.
• Agricultural Research: Employed in studies to enhance plant iron uptake and to combat phytopathogens by sequestering environmental iron.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Acts as a model compound in the fermentation and production of other siderophores or specialty chemicals.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a chelating agent in method development for the detection and quantification of iron in complex matrices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhodotorulic Acid
CAS No.	18928-00-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₄H₄₂N₆O₁₂
Molecular Weight	606.63 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N'-Bis[2-(N-hydroxyacetamido)ethyl]-L-ornithine; N²,N²'-Bis(2-(N-acetyl-N-hydroxyamino)ethyl)-L-ornithine; L-Ornithine, N,N'-bis[2-[(acetylhydroxyamino)ethyl]-; Rhodotorulaic Acid; RA; Ferric Rhodotorulate; Siderophore RA
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Quality Control

Our Rhodotorulic Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Iron Content (ICP)	Reported on COA
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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