Description

(6α)-14,18-Epoxy-3-Hydroxy-5-Oxoophiobola-7,19-Dien-25-Al is a complex ophiobolin-type sesterterpenoid natural product. This compound is of significant interest for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D scientists and process chemists in the life sciences sector for the development of novel bioactive molecules. The compound's intricate epoxy and hydroxy ketone functionalities make it a valuable scaffold for synthetic and medicinal chemistry programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Reference Standard: Used for analytical method development, validation, and quality control in the production of related active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating the biological activity and mechanism of action of ophiobolin family compounds.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a precursor or model compound for creating new crop protection agents with potential fungicidal or herbicidal activity.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for synthetic organic chemistry and natural product research projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6α)-14,18-Epoxy-3-Hydroxy-5-Oxoophiobola-7,19-Dien-25-Al
CAS No.	24034-72-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₅H₃₄O₄
Molecular Weight	398.54 g/mol
Synonyms	6α,14:18-Diepoxy-3β-hydroxy-5-oxoophiobola-7,19-dien-25-al; Ophiobolin O; 3β-Hydroxy-6α,14:18-diepoxy-5-oxoophiobola-7,19-dien-25-al; 5-Oxoophiobolin O; (6α)-14,18-Epoxy-3-hydroxy-5-oxoophiobola-7,19-dien-25-al; 25-Dehydro-6-epiophiobolin O
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Quality Control

Our (6α)-14,18-Epoxy-3-Hydroxy-5-Oxoophiobola-7,19-Dien-25-Al is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity, NMR, and MS for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry place. Due to its sensitivity, the material should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation and stored in original packaging until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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