Description

2-Dehydroecdysone is a naturally occurring ecdysteroid, a class of steroid hormones found in insects and plants. This compound is a key intermediate and reference standard in the study of insect molting and metamorphosis, serving as a crucial tool for biochemical research and development. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and agrochemical companies focused on insect growth regulation and endocrinology.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A critical reference standard and intermediate for studying insect endocrinology, molting processes, and ecdysteroid receptor interactions.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used in R&D for exploring potential therapeutic applications related to metabolic and growth regulation pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a key compound in the development of novel, targeted insect growth regulators (IGRs) and eco-friendly pest control agents.
• Academic Studies: Employed in university and institutional labs for teaching and advanced research in comparative endocrinology and developmental biology.
• Analytical Standard: Used as a high-purity standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods to quantify ecdysteroids in biological and botanical samples.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Dehydroecdysone
CAS No.	113846-79-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₂O₇
Molecular Weight	478.62 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Deoxy-20-hydroxyecdysone; 2-Dehydro-β-ecdysone; 2,14,22,25-Tetradeoxy-5β-ecdysone; (2β,3β,5β,22R)-2,3,14,20,22,25-Hexahydroxycholest-7-en-6-one; Integristerone A; Ecdysterone derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Dehydroecdysone is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. Our standard is aligned with the requirements for high-grade biochemical reagents and reference standards.

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 light-sensitive; ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.