Description

Macrocarpal H is a specialized diterpene dialdehyde compound, a key bioactive constituent derived from *Eucalyptus* species. This high-purity phytochemical is valued for its significant biological activity, making it a critical intermediate and reference standard for advanced research and development. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries for applications in antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-diabetic research programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity certified standard for analytical method development, quality control, and pharmacological studies.
• Antimicrobial Research: Serves as a key active ingredient in R&D focused on novel antibacterial and antifungal agents, particularly against drug-resistant strains.
• Cosmeceutical Formulations: Incorporated into advanced skincare products for its potential anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Acts as a sophisticated chiral building block or target molecule in the synthesis of complex natural product analogs.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in mechanistic studies to investigate enzyme inhibition and specific biological pathway interactions.
• Nutraceutical Development: Explored as a bioactive component in functional food and dietary supplement formulations targeting metabolic health.

Basic Information

Product Name	Macrocarpal H
CAS No.	179388-53-5
Molecular Formula	C20H28O4
Molecular Weight	332.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Macrocarpal H; (1R,4aS,8aS)-5,5,8a-Trimethyl-2-methylenedecahydronaphthalene-1,4a(2H)-dicarboxaldehyde; Eucalyptus Diterpene Dialdehyde; 1,4a-Diformyl-5,5,8a-trimethyl-2-methylenedecahydronaphthalene
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Quality Control

Our Macrocarpal H is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients' regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (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.