Description

Tuliposide A is a bioactive secondary metabolite, a glucoside ester, primarily isolated from tulip species. This compound is of significant interest for its role as a natural allergen and its potential as a biochemical tool in plant defense mechanism studies. It serves as a critical reference standard and starting material for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and agrochemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard and biochemical precursor in studies of allergic contact dermatitis and natural product pharmacology.
• Cosmetic Safety Testing: Employed as a known sensitizer in patch tests and in-vitro assays to evaluate the allergenic potential of cosmetic ingredients and formulations.
• Agrochemical Development: Investigated for its natural pesticidal and fungicidal properties as a lead compound for developing new plant protection agents.
• Botanical & Plant Science: Serves as a key marker compound in the chemotaxonomic study of Liliaceae plants and research into plant-pathogen interactions.
• Biochemical Reagent: Utilized in enzymatic studies, particularly those involving esterases and glycosidases, due to its specific glucoside ester structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tuliposide A
CAS No.	19870-30-5
Molecular Formula	C13H20O8
Molecular Weight	304.29 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Tuliposide A; α-Methylene-γ-butyrolactone 6-O-β-D-glucopyranoside; (6R)-6-[(β-D-Glucopyranosyl)oxy]-4-methylene-4,5-dihydro-2H-pyran-2-one; Tuliposide A1; Tulipalin A glucoside; 6-O-β-D-Glucopyranosyl tulipalin A
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Quality Control

Our Tuliposide A is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and MS, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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