Description

Diosbulbin C is a bioactive furanoid diterpene lactone isolated from the traditional medicinal plant *Dioscorea bulbifera*. This compound is of significant interest for its unique chemical structure and potential biological activities, making it a valuable reference standard and research material. It is primarily sought after by researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and natural product sectors for drug discovery and phytochemical analysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for quality control and analytical method development in drug research.
• Bioactivity & Mechanism Studies: Serves as a key compound for investigating potential pharmacological effects, including anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and hepatoprotective activities.
• Natural Product Chemistry Research: Essential for the isolation, identification, and structural elucidation of compounds within the *Dioscorea* genus and related plants.
• Herbal Medicine Quality Control: Employed as a marker compound in the standardization and authentication of herbal extracts and formulations containing *Dioscorea bulbifera*.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Used in universities and research institutes for teaching and advanced studies in phytochemistry and pharmacognosy.
• Preclinical Development: Acts as a lead compound or intermediate in the early-stage development of novel therapeutic agents.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Diosbulbin C
CAS No.	20086-07-1
Molecular Formula	C20H24O6
Molecular Weight	360.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Diosbulbin C; (3R,4aR,5S,6S,6aR,9S,10aR)-6-(Furan-3-yl)-5,6a,9-trimethyl-3,4,4a,5,6,6a,9,10a-octahydro-2H-naphtho[1,2-b]oxepine-2,7(8H)-dione; 8,9-Epoxy-14,15-dinorlabda-12-ene-7,16-dione; A compound from *Dioscorea bulbifera* L.
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Quality Control

Our Diosbulbin C is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and structural confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with research-grade standards. Custom purification to meet specific pharmacopoeial or client specifications is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider keeping the material under inert atmosphere at -20°C. Allow the product to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Spectrum matches reference
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.