Description

Ergovaline is a potent ergot alkaloid and a key mycotoxin produced by endophytic fungi in certain grasses. This compound is of significant interest in agricultural and pharmaceutical research due to its potent biological activity. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality control laboratories in the animal feed, veterinary, and pharmaceutical industries for analytical reference, toxicological studies, and method development.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a primary standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and ELISA methods for the accurate quantification of ergovaline in plant materials, forage, and feed.
• Toxicology Research: Essential for studying fescue toxicosis in livestock, investigating mechanisms of vasoconstriction, and assessing impacts on animal health and reproduction.
• Veterinary Diagnostics: Employed in the development and validation of diagnostic kits and assays to monitor toxin levels in pastures and livestock.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a lead compound or biochemical tool in studies targeting serotonin and dopamine receptors due to its ergoline structure.
• Quality Control & Safety Testing: Critical for laboratories ensuring compliance in the feed and food supply chain by testing for the presence of this mycotoxin.
• Academic Studies: Used in university and institutional research on fungal symbionts, alkaloid biosynthesis pathways, and environmental interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ergovaline
CAS No.	2873-38-3
Molecular Formula	C29H35N5O5
Molecular Weight	533.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Ergovaline; 9,10-Didehydro-6-methyl-8β-[(S)-1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl]ergoline-8-carboxylic acid 5-benzyl-3,6-dioxo-2-piperazinylmethyl ester; 9,10-Didehydro-N-[2-(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)-5-benzyl-3,6-dioxopiperazin-1-yl]-6-methylergoline-8β-carboxamide; Ergotaman-3',6',18-trione, 9,10-didehydro-12'-hydroxy-2',5'-bis(1-methylethyl)-, (5'α,10α)-; (-)-Ergovaline
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Quality Control

Our Ergovaline is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous identity confirmation and purity analysis using advanced techniques such as HPLC and mass spectrometry to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and analytical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chromatographic data, and storage recommendations is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider desiccant and under inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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