Description

Ipomeamarone is a naturally occurring furanosesquiterpenoid compound, a key phytoalexin produced by sweet potatoes in response to fungal infection. This specialized metabolite is of significant interest for its role in plant defense mechanisms and its unique chemical structure. It serves as a valuable reference standard and research chemical for scientists in agrochemical, phytochemical, and pharmacological development, particularly in studies related to plant-pathogen interactions and natural product chemistry.

Application

• Phytochemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for the identification and quantification of ipomeamarone in plant extracts and research samples via HPLC, LC-MS, or GC-MS.
• Plant Defense Research: A critical compound for studying plant immune responses, phytoalexin biosynthesis pathways, and resistance mechanisms against fungal pathogens like *Ceratocystis fimbriata*.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Serves as a model compound or starting material for the synthesis of novel sesquiterpenoid derivatives with potential bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Development: Investigated for its potential in developing new, naturally-inspired fungicides or plant elicitors to enhance crop resistance.
• Biochemical Research: Used in enzymatic studies to understand the biosynthetic pathways of furanoterpenoids in plants.
• Toxicology Studies: Employed in research to understand the compound's effects and metabolism, given its known role in certain animal toxicities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ipomeamarone
CAS No.	20007-82-3
Molecular Formula	C15H22O3
Molecular Weight	250.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Ipomeamarone; 4-Hydroxy-3-methyl-6-(1-methylethenyl)-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 6-(1-Methylethenyl)-4-hydroxy-3-methyl-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 4-Hydroxy-3-methyl-6-isopropenyl-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; Sweet potato phytoalexin; NSC 267240; (+)-Ipomeamarone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ipomeamarone is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee product integrity and support your research documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 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 crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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