Description

Epiprogoitrin is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of goitrogenic thioglycosides. This high-purity chemical is critical for advanced research and development in life sciences, particularly in the study of thyroid function and metabolic pathways. It serves as a key intermediate and reference standard for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic laboratories requiring precise and reliable bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized as a reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in the development of compounds targeting thyroid-related disorders.
• Biochemical Studies: Serves as a crucial tool compound in metabolic pathway research, specifically for investigating goitrogenesis and iodine uptake inhibition.
• Nutritional Science: Used in studies examining the effects of dietary goitrogens found in certain vegetables like brassicas (e.g., cabbage, broccoli).
• Toxicology & Safety Assessment: Employed as a standard in toxicological evaluations to understand the safety profile of natural and synthetic goitrogens.
• Academic & Institutional Research: A vital reagent for universities and research institutes conducting fundamental studies in endocrinology and plant biochemistry.
• Quality Control Laboratories: Acts as a certified reference material (CRM) for the analytical testing and validation of related products in food and pharmaceutical industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Epiprogoitrin
CAS No.	19237-18-4
Molecular Formula	C10H17NO6S2
Molecular Weight	319.38 g/mol
Synonyms	(2R)-2-Hydroxy-3-butenylglucosinolate; Epiprogoitrin; Goitrin precursor; Progoitrin epimer; 5-Vinyloxazolidine-2-thione precursor; Brassica napus glucosinolate; (R)-Epiprogoitrin; 1-S-[(2R)-2-Hydroxy-3-butenyl]-1-thio-β-D-glucopyranose hydrogensulfate
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Quality Control

Our Epiprogoitrin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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