Description

Tetrahymanol is a pentacyclic triterpenoid alcohol, a key biomarker and biochemical intermediate of significant interest in research and industrial applications. Its unique structure makes it a valuable reference standard and a crucial compound for studying sterol biosynthesis and membrane evolution in microorganisms. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors who require reliable, well-characterized biochemicals for analytical and synthetic work.

Application

• Biochemical Research Standard: Serves as a primary reference standard in analytical methods like HPLC and GC-MS for the identification and quantification of related triterpenoids.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as a sophisticated starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and bioactive compounds.
• Geochemical Biomarker: Employed in organic geochemistry as a biomarker to study sedimentary environments and the evolution of early life forms.
• Microbiological Studies: Critical for investigating sterol biosynthesis pathways in protozoa like Tetrahymena and other eukaryotic microorganisms.
• Membrane Biophysics: Used in studies exploring the role of hopanoids and related compounds in membrane structure, stability, and function.
• Enzyme Substrate/Inhibitor: Acts as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays to study the activity of specific oxidoreductases and cyclases.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrahymanol
CAS No.	2130-17-8
Molecular Formula	C30H52O
Molecular Weight	428.74 g/mol
Synonyms	Gammaceran-3β-ol; 3β-Hydroxygammacerane; Tetrahymanol; (3β)-Gammaceran-3-ol; Diplopterol isomer; Hopan-3β-ol (related class); Tetrahymena sterol; 2130-17-8; Gammacerane-3β-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tetrahymanol is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine chemicals, and our quality systems support the needs of research and development requiring reliable and traceable biochemicals.

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 should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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