Description

5-Hydroxydamnacanthol-ω-Ethyl Ether is a specialized organic compound belonging to the anthraquinone derivative family, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and reference standard. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development in advanced organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, fine chemical manufacturers, and academic institutions focused on natural product chemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate or building block for the development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in anticancer and anti-inflammatory drug discovery programs.
• Reference Standard in Analytical Chemistry: Used as a high-purity standard for method development, validation, and quality control in HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic analyses of complex natural product extracts.
• Natural Product Synthesis & Modification: Acts as a starting material or intermediate for the semi-synthesis and structural modification of damnacanthal and related anthraquinone derivatives to study structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Biochemical Research: Employed in biochemical assays and as a probe to investigate specific biological pathways and enzyme interactions related to its parent compound's activity.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized in the production of specialized, high-value chemicals for research and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxydamnacanthol-ω-Ethyl Ether
CAS No.	103956-44-1
Molecular Formula	C19H16O6
Molecular Weight	340.33 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxydamnacanthol ω-Ethyl Ether; Damnacanthol 5-Ethyl Ether; 1,3-Dihydroxy-2-ethoxymethyl-9,10-dioxo-9,10-dihydroanthracene-4-carbaldehyde; 2-(Ethoxymethyl)-1,3-dihydroxy-9,10-dioxo-9,10-dihydroanthracene-4-carboxaldehyde; 4-Formyl-1,3-dihydroxy-2-(ethoxymethyl)anthraquinone
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Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxydamnacanthol-ω-Ethyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.