Description

Avenaciolide CAS NO 20223-76-1 is a specialized macrocyclic lactone compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and fragrance chemistry. Its unique structural framework makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific olfactory or biological properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists, as well as manufacturers in the fine chemicals, flavor and fragrance, and pharmaceutical intermediates sectors seeking high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of sophisticated musk-like odorants and complex flavoring agents.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a building block for the development of novel macrocyclic compounds with potential therapeutic activity.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate in the construction of complex natural product analogs and other structurally intricate molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals requiring high-purity, structurally defined lactone components.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Utilized in chemical research for studying macrocyclic chemistry, ring-closing reactions, and structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	Avenaciolide
CAS No.	20223-76-1
Molecular Formula	C15H24O3
Molecular Weight	252.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Avenaciolide; (3aR,4S,7R,7aS)-4,7-Dimethyl-3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydro-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione (incorrect IUPAC from some databases); 4,7-Dimethyl-3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydroisobenzofuran-1,3-dione; Avenaciolide, (-)-form; Macrocyclic dilactone from Aspergillus avenaceus; Natural avenaciolide
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Quality Control

Our Avenaciolide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Specified range available on COA
Specific Rotation	Specified range available on COA
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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