Description

Ciguatoxin-2 CAS NO 142185-85-1 is a potent, naturally occurring marine neurotoxin belonging to the ciguatoxin family, primarily associated with ciguatera fish poisoning. This high-purity reference standard is critical for analytical research, toxicological studies, and the development of detection methods to ensure seafood safety. It is an essential material for research laboratories, regulatory agencies, and diagnostic kit manufacturers focused on marine biotoxins and foodborne illnesses.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: For the qualitative and quantitative analysis of ciguatoxins in seafood and environmental samples using LC-MS/MS, HPLC, and other advanced techniques.
• Toxicological Research: Used in academic and institutional studies to investigate the mechanism of action, metabolism, and chronic effects of ciguatera poisoning.
• Diagnostic Development: Serves as a critical calibrant and positive control in the development and validation of immunoassays, biosensors, and rapid test kits for ciguatoxin detection.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in preclinical studies to screen and evaluate potential therapeutic agents or antidotes for ciguatoxin intoxication.
• Regulatory Compliance & Food Safety: Enables monitoring and enforcement agencies to establish detection limits and validate official methods for ciguatoxin surveillance in the food supply chain.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ciguatoxin-2
CAS No.	142185-85-1
Molecular Formula	C₆₀H₈₆O₁₆
Molecular Weight	1071.3 g/mol
Synonyms	CTX-2; Ciguatoxin 2; Ciguatoxin-2; P-CTX-2; Pacific Ciguatoxin-2; 52-epi-54-deoxyciguatoxin; (2S,4R)-4-Hydroxy-2-[(1R,3aS,5aR,5bS,7S,9S,11aR,11bR,13aR,13bR)-3a,5a,5b,8,8,11a-hexamethyl-1-(prop-1-en-2-yl)-2,3,4,5,6,7,9,10,11,11b,12,13,13a,13b-tetradecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]chrysen-9-yl]-5-oxooxolane-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our Ciguatoxin-2 is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure identity, purity, and stability for critical research applications. Each batch is characterized using a combination of spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques, including NMR and high-resolution mass spectrometry, to confirm structural integrity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay results, and chromatographic profiles is provided with every shipment to support your regulatory and research documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below. Allow the sealed vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation. Store in a dedicated, secure freezer for highly potent compounds.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details

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