Description

Hydroxanthommatin is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of ommochrome pigments. This high-purity intermediate is critical for advanced research and development in biochemistry and materials science. It serves as a key building block for scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel bioactive compounds or functional colorants.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and precursor in studies of insect pigmentation, vision, and metabolic pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Cosmetic Pigment Development: Investigated for potential use in developing natural and stable colorants for cosmetic formulations.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a high-purity standard for method development and calibration in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, LC-MS).
• Specialty Dyes & Pigments: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing advanced organic dyes with specific light-absorption properties.
• Enzymology Studies: Utilized in research on enzymatic oxidation processes and related biochemical transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxanthommatin
CAS No.	142394-84-1
Molecular Formula	C15H10N2O6
Molecular Weight	314.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxyxanthommatin; Xanthommatin, 3-hydroxy-; 2H-1,4-Benzoxazine-3,6-dicarboxylic acid, 7-amino-8-hydroxy-2-oxo-, (7R,8S)-rel-; Ommochrome pigment intermediate; 3-OH-Xanthommatin
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Quality Control

Our Hydroxanthommatin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific data are available upon request.

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 light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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