Description

Taccalonolide A CAS NO 108885-68-3 is a highly potent, microtubule-stabilizing natural product isolated from plants of the genus *Tacca*. This compound matters as a valuable research-grade biochemical for studying tubulin dynamics and cellular mechanisms, offering a unique chemical scaffold distinct from other known microtubule agents. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical researchers, academic institutions, and biotechnology companies engaged in oncology drug discovery and fundamental cell biology research.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a potent tool compound for investigating microtubule assembly, stabilization, and the mechanisms of mitosis.
• Anticancer Agent Screening: Serves as a reference standard and active agent in high-throughput screening assays to identify novel cancer therapeutics.
• Mechanistic Studies: Employed in cellular and molecular biology to study the effects of microtubule stabilization on cell cycle progression, signaling pathways, and apoptosis.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a lead compound or pharmacophore model for the design and synthesis of new analogs with potential therapeutic applications.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental research in chemical biology and natural product pharmacology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Taccalonolide A
CAS No.	108885-68-3
Molecular Formula	C34H46O10
Molecular Weight	614.73 g/mol
Synonyms	Taccalonolide A; NSC 654663; (1R,2R,4aS,6aR,6bS,8aS,12aS,12bR,14aS,14bS)-1,2,4a,6a,6b,9,9,12a,14a-Decahydro-1,2,8a,12b-tetrahydroxy-4,4,6a,6b,11,11,14b-heptamethyl-10H-picene-3,5,7,13(2H,4H)-tetrone; Tacca Plant Steroid
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Quality Control

Our Taccalonolide A is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
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.