Description

Hamacanthine A CAS NO 160098-92-0 is a complex marine-derived alkaloid belonging to the bisindole class, characterized by its unique hamacanthin skeleton. This compound is of significant interest in pharmaceutical research and development due to its potent and selective biological activities. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the discovery of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in the fields of oncology and infectious diseases.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key reference standard and a promising lead compound for the synthesis of new drug candidates.
• Anticancer Agent Discovery: Investigated for its cytotoxic properties against various cancer cell lines, supporting studies in oncology.
• Antimicrobial Research: Used in bioactivity screening programs targeting drug-resistant bacterial and fungal pathogens.
• Biochemical Pathway Studies: Employed as a molecular tool to study specific enzyme interactions and cellular signaling mechanisms.
• High-Throughput Screening (HTS): Utilized in compound libraries for the identification of new bioactive molecules.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for universities and CROs conducting fundamental research on marine natural products and their pharmacology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hamacanthine A
CAS No.	160098-92-0
Molecular Formula	C22H22N4O2
Molecular Weight	374.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Hamacanthin A; (3aS,8aR)-2,3,3a,8a-Tetrahydro-5-hydroxy-6-methoxy-3a-(1H-indol-3-ylmethyl)-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]indole-7-carbonitrile; Marine Alkaloid Hamacanthine A; Bisindole Alkaloid Hamacanthine A
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Quality Control

Our Hamacanthine A is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, NMR, and MS confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your regulatory and research documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C or as indicated on the label. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and desiccated after opening to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
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.