Description

Mulberrofuran Q is a bioactive prenylated 2-arylbenzofuran derivative, a key phytochemical constituent primarily isolated from the root bark of the mulberry tree (*Morus* species). This compound is of significant interest for its potent and selective biological activities, making it a valuable reference standard and research material. It is essential for researchers and product developers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity, well-characterized natural product compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a high-purity reference standard for analytical method development, validation, and quality control of herbal extracts and formulations.
• Bioactivity Studies: Used as a lead compound or probe in pharmacological research targeting inflammation, metabolic disorders, and neurodegenerative diseases due to its reported inhibitory effects.
• Natural Product Chemistry: A critical compound for isolation, structural elucidation, and synthetic studies within academic and industrial laboratories.
• Nutraceutical Standardization: Employed to standardize and quantify the active components in mulberry root bark extracts and related dietary supplements.
• Cosmeceutical Applications: Investigated for potential use in advanced skincare formulations targeting oxidative stress and inflammation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mulberrofuran Q
CAS No.	101383-35-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₅H₂₈O₆
Molecular Weight	424.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Mulberrofuran Q; Morusin Q; (E)-5-(3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl)-2-(2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-7-hydroxy-3-methylbenzofuran; 2-[(1E)-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl]-2',4,7-trihydroxy-3-methyl-5-benzofuranpropanoic acid δ-lactone
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Quality Control

Our Mulberrofuran Q is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles, generated using validated analytical methods such as HPLC and NMR. We support research and development with materials that meet the stringent requirements for reference standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider storing at 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%

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