Description

Elephantin is a unique sesquiterpene lactone compound derived from natural sources. This specialized chemical is valued for its distinct structural framework, which serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for applications in medicinal chemistry and pharmacological studies.

Application

• As a key reference standard in analytical chemistry for method development and validation.
• An important pharmacological research intermediate for studying biological activity and structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Used in the synthesis and development of novel pharmaceutical candidates and bioactive molecules.
• As a building block in organic synthesis for creating complex natural product analogs.
• Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new therapeutic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Elephantin
CAS No.	21899-50-3
Molecular Formula	C17H22O5
Molecular Weight	306.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Elephantin; Elephantin (Sesquiterpene); 2-Butenoic acid, 2-methyl-, (1aR,4E,7aS,8S,8aR,8bS)-decahydro-1,1,4,7a-tetramethyl-8-[[(2-methyl-1-oxo-2-buten-1-yl)oxy]methyl]-1H-cyclopropa[e]azulen-4-yl ester, (4E)-; (1aR,4E,7aS,8S,8aR,8bS)-4-[[(2E)-2-Methylbut-2-enoyl]oxy]methyl-decahydro-1,1,4,7a-tetramethyl-1H-cyclopropa[e]azulene
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Quality Control

Our Elephantin is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC chromatograms and spectroscopic profiles (NMR, MS). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each batch to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.