Description

Rugulosin, (1S,1'S,2R,2'R,3S,3'S,9Ar,9'Ar)- CAS NO 21884-45-7 is a complex dimeric bisanthraquinone natural product derived from specific fungal species. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmacological research due to its distinct molecular architecture and associated biological activities. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development teams investigating novel bioactive compounds. Its unique stereochemistry makes it a valuable reference standard and a potential lead structure for drug discovery programs.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key reference standard and analytical tool for studying bisanthraquinone biosynthesis and structure-activity relationships.
• Pharmacological Screening: Used as a lead compound in assays to evaluate potential antimicrobial, antiviral, or cytotoxic properties.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Essential for the isolation, identification, and characterization of fungal metabolites in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Drug Discovery & Development: Investigated as a potential scaffold for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents targeting specific biological pathways.
• Analytical Method Development: Employed as a high-purity standard to develop and validate chromatographic (e.g., HPLC, LC-MS) methods for complex natural products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rugulosin, (1S,1'S,2R,2'R,3S,3'S,9Ar,9'Ar)- CAS NO 21884-45-7
CAS No.	21884-45-7
Molecular Formula	C30H22O10
Molecular Weight	542.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Rugulosin; (-)-Rugulosin; Rugulosin A; NSC 122044; 1,1',2,2',3,3',9a,9a'-Octahydro-4,4',6,6',7,7'-hexahydroxy-9,9'-dimethyl-7,7'-bianthracene-9,9',10,10'-tetrone; Bisanthraquinone antibiotic; Penicillium rugulosum metabolite
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Quality Control

Our Rugulosin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and analytical data is provided with every shipment to support your research integrity and documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 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	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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