Description

Beauvericin is a potent cyclic hexadepsipeptide mycotoxin produced by various fungi, including *Beauveria bassiana*. This compound is of significant interest in research and development due to its unique biological activities, including its role as an ionophore and its cytotoxic effects. It is primarily utilized by researchers in the pharmaceutical, agricultural, and life science sectors. Beauvericin CAS NO 26048-05-5 serves as a critical reference standard and a key intermediate in the study of mycotoxins and novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Investigated for its cytotoxic properties against various cancer cell lines and as a lead compound for novel drug development.
• Agricultural Science: Studied for its insecticidal and antifungal activities, contributing to the development of new biocontrol agents.
• Toxicology & Food Safety: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the accurate detection and quantification of beauvericin in food and feed samples to ensure safety compliance.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a tool to study ion transport across cell membranes and to investigate mechanisms of apoptosis.
• Academic & Institutional Laboratories: Serves as a high-purity standard for method development, validation, and educational purposes in mycotoxicology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Beauvericin
CAS No.	26048-05-5
Molecular Formula	C45H57N3O9
Molecular Weight	783.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Beauvericin; NSC 369241; Cyclo[N-methyl-L-phenylalanyl-D-α-hydroxyisovaleryl-N-methyl-L-phenylalanyl-D-α-hydroxyisovaleryl-N-methyl-L-phenylalanyl-D-α-hydroxyisovaleryl]; [1]benzoxacyclohexadecine-1,7(8H)-dione, 16,17-didehydro-4,5,10,11,22,23-hexahydro-19,20,25,26,28,29-hexamethyl-13,14-bis(1-methylethyl)-, (4R,5S,10R,11S,16S,19S,20R,22R,23S,25R,26S,28S,29R)-
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Quality Control

Our Beauvericin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research applications. 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 in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. Allow the sealed container to reach ambient temperature before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (MS)	Conforms
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.