Description

Leucanthanolide CAS NO 103425-50-9 is a specialized sesquiterpene lactone compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its unique chemical scaffold makes it a valuable intermediate for developing novel bioactive molecules and fine chemicals. This high-purity compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on medicinal chemistry, natural product synthesis, and the development of new therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and complex natural product analogs.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a core scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and the development of new bioactive compounds.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Acts as a critical intermediate in the total synthesis of sesquiterpene lactones and related natural products for academic and industrial research.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of high-value, specialized chemicals for agrochemical and material science applications.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a reference standard or probe in studying biological pathways and enzyme interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Leucanthanolide
CAS No.	103425-50-9
Molecular Formula	C15H20O3
Molecular Weight	248.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Leucanthanolide; (3aR,4S,6aR,9aS,9bR)-Decahydro-4-hydroxy-6a-methyl-3,9-bis(methylene)azuleno[4,5-b]furan-2(3H)-one; 2(3H)-Azuleno[4,5-b]furan-2-one, decahydro-4-hydroxy-6a-methyl-3,9-bis(methylene)-, (3aR,4S,6aR,9aS,9bR)-; 103425-50-9; Leucanthanolide A (related); Sesquiterpene lactone derivative.
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Quality Control

Our Leucanthanolide is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development purposes. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant research and development standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
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.