Description

α-Amyrenone is a high-purity pentacyclic triterpenoid ketone, a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and analytical research. Its well-defined structure makes it a valuable building block for the development of novel pharmaceutical compounds and fine chemicals. This product is essential for research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of bioactive triterpenoid derivatives with potential therapeutic applications.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR for the identification and quantification of amyrin derivatives in complex matrices.
• Natural Product Research: A key compound for studying the biosynthesis, metabolism, and structure-activity relationships of triterpenoids found in plant resins and extracts.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a starting material or intermediate for creating specialized compounds used in fragrances, cosmetics, and advanced material science.
• Quality Control: Utilized by manufacturers of plant-based extracts to standardize and verify the content of triterpenoid components in their products.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Amyrenone
CAS No.	20248-08-2
Molecular Formula	C30H48O
Molecular Weight	424.71 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Amyrenone; α-Amyrinone; (3β)-Urs-12-en-3-one; 3-Oxours-12-ene; α-Amyrone; Olean-12-en-3-one (obsolete); HN-0003; NSC 146063
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-Amyrenone is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques, including HPLC and NMR, to confirm identity and potency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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