Description

(-)-Maackiain CAS NO 19908-48-6 is a bioactive pterocarpan compound, a specific enantiomer known for its distinct biological profile. This high-purity chiral molecule is essential for research and development in life sciences, where stereochemical purity directly impacts biological activity and experimental reproducibility. It is a critical material for pharmaceutical researchers, nutraceutical developers, and analytical laboratories focused on natural product chemistry and drug discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block or reference standard in the synthesis and development of novel therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a selective probe in pharmacological studies to investigate enzyme interactions, receptor binding, and cellular signaling pathways.
• Natural Product Standard: Acts as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of plant extracts and complex formulations.
• Nutraceutical Development: Employed in research for formulating and standardizing advanced dietary supplements based on pterocarpan chemistry.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for studies in organic chemistry, phytochemistry, and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Maackiain
CAS No.	19908-48-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂O₅
Molecular Weight	284.26 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Maackiain; (6aR,11aR)-3-Hydroxy-9,10-dimethoxy-6a,11a-dihydro-6H-benzofuro[3,2-c]chromen-6-one; Maackiain; Trifolirhizin aglycone; Sophoraphenol; Inermin; Demethylhomopterocarpin; (6aR,11aR)-Maackiain
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Quality Control

Our (-)-Maackiain is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure identity, potency, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing full chromatographic and spectroscopic data is supplied with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This 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)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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