Description

16α-Hydroxytrametenolic Acid is a specific, high-purity lanostane-type triterpenoid derivative of significant interest in advanced research and development. This compound matters for its role as a critical intermediate and reference standard in the synthesis and study of bioactive natural products. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, biotechnology firms, and academic institutions focused on medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and natural product analysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly those targeting metabolic or inflammatory pathways.
• Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis (HPLC, LC-MS) of trametenolic acid derivatives in complex matrices.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in in vitro studies to investigate structure-activity relationships (SAR) of triterpenoids and their biological effects.
• Natural Product Isolation & Identification: Acts as a critical marker compound for the authentication and standardization of fungal extracts or herbal preparations containing related triterpenes.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Utilized for the semi-synthesis of analogs to explore and optimize pharmacological properties for drug discovery programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	16α-Hydroxytrametenolic Acid
CAS No.	176390-68-4
Molecular Formula	C30H48O4
Molecular Weight	472.71 g/mol
Synonyms	16α-Hydroxytrametenolic Acid; (3β,16α)-3,16-Dihydroxylanosta-7,9(11),24-trien-21-oic Acid; Trametenolic Acid 16α-Hydroxy Derivative; 16α-Hydroxy-3β-hydroxylanosta-7,9(11),24-trien-21-oic Acid; Lanostane-3β,16α-diol-21-oic Acid Derivative
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Quality Control

Our 16α-Hydroxytrametenolic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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