Description

Broussonetine A is a potent and specific α-glucosidase inhibitor, a class of compounds with significant biochemical and pharmacological interest. Its primary value lies in its ability to selectively inhibit carbohydrate-processing enzymes, making it a critical research tool for studying metabolic pathways and glycobiology. This compound is essential for researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors, particularly those focused on diabetes research, antiviral studies, and the development of glycosidase-targeted therapies.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard inhibitor in enzymatic assays to study the mechanism and kinetics of α-glucosidases.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Serves as a lead compound or reference standard in the discovery and development of new anti-diabetic and anti-obesity agents.
• Glycobiology Studies: A key tool for investigating glycosylation processes, carbohydrate metabolism, and lysosomal storage disorders.
• Antiviral Research: Explored for its potential to inhibit viral replication by interfering with the glycosylation of viral envelope proteins.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental research in enzymology and medicinal chemistry.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Broussonetine A
CAS No.	173220-07-0
Molecular Formula	C15H27NO5
Molecular Weight	301.38 g/mol
Synonyms	(2R,3R,4R,5S)-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-1-[(1S,2S,6S,8R,8aR)-1,2,6,7,8,8a-hexahydroxyindolizidin-8-yl]piperidine-3,4,5-triol; (1S,2S,6S,8R,8aR)-8-[(2R,3R,4R,5S)-3,4,5-Trihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)piperidin-1-yl]octahydroindolizine-1,2,6,7,8a-pentol; α-1-C-Octyl-1-deoxynojirimycin; α-Glucosidase Inhibitor Broussonetine A
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Quality Control

Our Broussonetine A is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting batch-specific results.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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