Description

Tetracenomycin D3 is a specialized anthracycline-type antibiotic compound, identified by CAS No. 117241-61-9. It serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for investigating novel therapeutic pathways and ensuring analytical method validation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis and development of novel antibiotic and anticancer agents.
• Biochemical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of analytical instruments (HPLC, LC-MS) and the validation of testing methods in quality control laboratories.
• Mechanistic Studies: Employed in academic and industrial research to study the biosynthesis of tetracenomycins and related polyketide antibiotics.
• Microbiological Research: Acts as a tool compound for investigating structure-activity relationships (SAR) against Gram-positive bacteria.
• Process Development: Serves as a benchmark in scaling up fermentation or synthetic processes for complex natural products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetracenomycin D3
CAS No.	117241-61-9
Molecular Formula	C22H18O9
Molecular Weight	426.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetracenomycin D3; 5,12-Dihydroxy-8-methoxy-3-methyl-1,4,6,11-tetracenecarboxylic acid 6,11-dione γ-lactone; Tcm D3; Tetracenomycin D3 (TcmD3); 1,4,6,11-Tetracenetetrone, 5,12-dihydroxy-8-methoxy-3-methyl-, (3R)-; (3R)-5,12-Dihydroxy-8-methoxy-3-methyl-1,4,6,11-tetracenecarboxylic acid γ-lactone
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Quality Control

Our Tetracenomycin D3 is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity confirmation and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for structural verification. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with research-grade specifications.

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 stability, consider storage at 2-8°C. Handle and store in accordance with good laboratory practices.

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	≤ 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.