Description

5-Deoxyfusarubin is a specialized naphthoquinone pigment and secondary metabolite of significant interest in biochemical research and development. This compound serves as a valuable reference standard and a key intermediate for investigating biosynthetic pathways and biological activities. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science sectors for applications ranging from antimicrobial studies to the synthesis of novel bioactive derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard and biochemical tool in the study of microbial metabolites, antibiotic mechanisms, and novel drug discovery.
• Antimicrobial Studies: Serves as a key intermediate or active compound in research targeting bacterial and fungal pathogens.
• Agrochemical Development: Investigated for potential use in developing new fungicides or plant protection agents due to its natural product origin.
• Biochemical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial building block or precursor in the chemical and enzymatic synthesis of complex natural products and analogs.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for studies in organic chemistry, microbiology, and natural product biosynthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Deoxyfusarubin
CAS No.	132899-05-9
Molecular Formula	C15H14O6
Molecular Weight	290.27 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Deoxyfusarubin; Fusarubin, 5-deoxy-; 1,8-Dihydroxy-3-methyl-6-methoxy-9,10-anthracenedione; 3-Methyl-6-methoxy-1,8-anthracenediol-9,10-dione; 9,10-Anthracenedione, 1,8-dihydroxy-3-methyl-6-methoxy-; 1,8-Dihydroxy-3-methyl-6-methoxyanthraquinone
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Quality Control

Our 5-Deoxyfusarubin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.