Description

Ajuforrestin A CAS NO 157110-18-4 is a specialized natural product compound belonging to the class of diterpenoids. This high-purity chemical is valued for its role as a critical reference standard and a key intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical and biochemical research. It is primarily sought by research institutions and development laboratories in the life sciences sector for applications in drug discovery, phytochemical analysis, and metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of complex botanical extracts and synthetic mixtures.
• Drug Discovery & Development: Serves as a lead compound or a biological probe for investigating novel therapeutic pathways.
• Phytochemical Research: Employed in the isolation, identification, and characterization of diterpenoids from natural sources.
• Bioactivity Screening: Utilized in in vitro and in vivo assays to evaluate potential pharmacological activities.
• Analytical Method Development: Acts as a critical component for validating chromatographic methods like HPLC and LC-MS.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Supports fundamental studies in organic chemistry, biosynthesis, and natural product chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ajuforrestin A
CAS No.	157110-18-4
Molecular Formula	C20H28O4
Molecular Weight	332.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Ajuforrestin A; (4bS,8aS)-4b,5,6,7,8,8a,9,10-Octahydro-4b,8,8-trimethyl-2(1H)-phenanthrenone; 157110-18-4; ent-16-Oxokaurane; 16-Oxo-ent-kaurane; ent-Kauran-16-one; 16-Keto-ent-kaurane
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ajuforrestin A is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, assay, and purity are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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