Description

Thaxtomin C is a specialized phytotoxin belonging to the diketopiperazine class, known for its potent herbicidal activity. This compound is of significant interest for its role as a natural product lead in the development of novel, environmentally benign agrochemicals. It serves as a critical research standard and active ingredient for agricultural scientists and product formulators focused on sustainable weed management solutions.

Application

• Agrochemical Research & Development: Serves as a key reference standard and bioactive lead compound for developing new-generation, natural-product-based herbicides.
• Mode of Action Studies: Used in plant pathology and biochemistry research to study the inhibition of cellulose biosynthesis in plant cell walls.
• Bioherbicide Formulation: Investigated as an active ingredient in bioherbicide formulations targeting specific weed species.
• Plant-Pathogen Interaction Research: Essential for studying the virulence mechanisms of *Streptomyces scabies* and related pathogens that cause common scab in potatoes.
• Biochemical Pathway Analysis: Utilized as a tool compound to elucidate plant defense responses and stress signaling pathways.
• Analytical Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for the qualitative and quantitative analysis (e.g., HPLC, LC-MS) of thaxtomin compounds in environmental or biological samples.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thaxtomin C
CAS No.	140111-05-3
Molecular Formula	C22H22N4O6
Molecular Weight	438.43 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Phenylalanyl-4-nitro-L-tryptophyl anhydride; 3,6-Bis[(4-nitrophenyl)methyl]-2,5-piperazinedione; Cyclo(L-Phe-4-NO2-L-Trp); Thaxtomin C Phytotoxin; NSC 339586
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Quality Control

Our Thaxtomin C is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity 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.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry, cool place. For long-term storage, consider storing at -20°C under an inert atmosphere. Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	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.