Description

14,18-Epoxyophiobola-7,19-Diene-3,5α,25-Triol is a specialized ophiobolane-type sesterterpenoid natural product, valued for its unique and complex tricyclic molecular framework. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and research chemical for investigating the biosynthesis and biological activity of related terpenoids. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical research, biotechnology, and academic institutions engaged in natural product chemistry, drug discovery, and metabolic pathway studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Acts as a high-purity reference standard for analytical method development and validation in drug discovery pipelines.
• Natural Product Chemistry Studies: Used as a model compound for studying the structure, synthesis, and chemical modification of ophiobolane sesterterpenoids.
• Biological Activity Screening: Serves as a key intermediate or target molecule in bioassays to evaluate potential therapeutic properties such as antimicrobial or cytotoxic effects.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Essential for university and government laboratories conducting fundamental research on terpenoid biosynthesis and fungal metabolites.
• Biotechnology Applications: Potential use in enzymatic studies or as a precursor for the semi-synthesis of novel bioactive compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	14,18-Epoxyophiobola-7,19-Diene-3,5α,25-Triol
CAS No.	21413-30-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₅H₃₈O₄
Molecular Weight	402.57 g/mol
Synonyms	14,18-Epoxyophiobola-7,19-diene-3,5α,25-triol; Ophiobolane sesterterpenoid; 3,5α,25-Trihydroxy-14,18-epoxyophiobola-7,19-diene; (3β,5α)-14,18-Epoxyophiobola-7,19-diene-3,5,25-triol; 21413-30-9; Ophiobolin derivative; Fungal sesterterpenoid triol
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Quality Control

We supply high-purity research-grade material suitable for analytical and laboratory applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, supported by comprehensive analytical data including HPLC, NMR, and MS. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each batch to guarantee compliance with your research specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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