Description

6α-Hydroxy-7-Oxokaura-16-Ene-18-Oic Acid Lactone is a high-purity, specialized diterpenoid lactone compound. This advanced chemical intermediate is valued for its complex, functionalized kaurane skeleton, which serves as a critical building block in sophisticated organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research institutions and pharmaceutical developers for the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules and natural product derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: A key chiral intermediate for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and complex natural product analogs.
• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Utilized as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for constructing diterpenoid-based libraries.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating structure-activity relationships (SAR) of kaurane-type compounds.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	6α-Hydroxy-7-Oxokaura-16-Ene-18-Oic Acid Lactone
CAS No.	19794-40-2
Molecular Formula	C20H26O4
Molecular Weight	330.42 g/mol
Synonyms	6α-Hydroxy-7-oxokaur-16-en-18-oic acid, 18→6α-lactone; 7-Oxo-6α-hydroxykaur-16-en-18-oic acid lactone; 6α-Hydroxy-7-oxokaur-16-en-18-oate δ-lactone; Kaur-16-en-18-oic acid, 6α-hydroxy-7-oxo-, 18,6α-lactone; (4bS,6aS,8aS,10aS,10bS)-6a-Hydroxy-1,4b,8,8,10a-pentamethyl-7-oxo-1,2,3,4,4a,4b,5,6,6a,8,8a,9,10,10a,10b,11-hexadecahydrobenzo[a]fluorene-3-carboxylic acid lactone
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Quality Control

Our 6α-Hydroxy-7-Oxokaura-16-Ene-18-Oic Acid Lactone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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