Description

Diosbulbin B is a bioactive furanoid diterpene lactone, a key marker compound for quality control in traditional medicine. Its significance lies in its potent biological activity, making it a valuable reference standard for research and development. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, nutraceutical manufacturers, and academic institutions focused on phytochemistry and pharmacology.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification and quantification of Diosbulbin B in herbal extracts and finished products.
• Bioactivity Research: Serves as a key compound in studies investigating hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumor activities.
• Herbal Medicine Quality Control: Essential for the standardization and quality assurance of traditional Chinese medicine preparations containing Dioscorea bulbifera (Air Potato).
• Natural Product Isolation & Synthesis: Used as a target molecule for isolation process development and as a precursor or intermediate in synthetic chemistry.
• Analytical Method Development: Critical for developing and validating HPLC, LC-MS, and TLC methods for diterpene analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diosbulbin B
CAS No.	20086-06-0
Molecular Formula	C20H24O6
Molecular Weight	360.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Diosbulbin B; 8-Epidiosbulbin E acetate; (1R,4aS,5R,8aS)-5-[(2E)-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl]-1,4a,5,6,7,8,8a,9-octahydro-1-hydroxy-4a,8a-dimethylnaphtho[2,3-b]furan-2,10(3H,4H)-dione; 8-Epi-diosbulbin E acetate
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Quality Control

Our Diosbulbin B is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistency.

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 under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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