Description

4,9-Dimethoxycanthin-6-One is a high-purity, naturally derived alkaloid compound of significant interest in advanced research and development. Its unique canthinone structure makes it a valuable reference standard and a key intermediate for pharmaceutical and biochemical studies. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for drug discovery, phytochemical analysis, and as a building block for novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a critical reference standard and a lead compound in the discovery of new bioactive molecules.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for the identification and quantification of canthinone alkaloids in plant extracts.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in enzymatic and receptor-binding assays to investigate specific biological pathways and mechanisms of action.
• Academic Research: A key reagent for universities and research institutes studying the synthesis, properties, and applications of complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Precision Synthesis: Acts as a sophisticated intermediate for the custom synthesis of specialized chemical libraries and novel derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,9-Dimethoxycanthin-6-One
CAS No.	1270001-72-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	280.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4,9-Dimethoxycanthin-6-one; Canthin-6-one, 4,9-dimethoxy-; 4,9-Dimethoxy-1-azaanthracen-6-one; 4,9-Dimethoxycanthinone; 4,9-Dimethoxy-6H-[1,3]dioxolo[4,5-g]isoquinolin-6-one (related structural name); 4,9-Dimethoxy-β-carboline-6-one (common class name); DMCO (abbreviation)
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Quality Control

Our 4,9-Dimethoxycanthin-6-One is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.