Description

Triptoquinide is a specialized diterpenoid quinone compound with the CAS registry number 163513-81-3. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique chemical structure, which serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel therapeutic agents and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic precursor in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in oncology and anti-inflammatory therapeutic areas.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or probe compound in pharmacological studies to investigate biological pathways and enzyme interactions.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for the construction of complex natural product analogs and diterpenoid derivatives in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Process Chemistry: Employed in scale-up and optimization studies for the production of high-value specialty chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Triptoquinide
CAS No.	163513-81-3
Molecular Formula	C20H22O4
Molecular Weight	326.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Triptoquinone A; Triptoquinone; (4bS,8aS)-4b,5,6,7,8,8a,9,10-Octahydro-4b,8,8-trimethyl-2(1H)-phenanthrenone; 1,4-Phenanthrenedione, 5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, (4aR,7S)-; Rel-(4aR,7S)-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-1,4a-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-1,4-phenanthrenedione
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Quality Control

Our Triptoquinide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided with every shipment.

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 compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon for long-term storage. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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