Description

Frullanolide is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene lactone, a class of compounds known for their potent biological activities. This high-purity compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for applications in drug discovery, phytochemical studies, and the synthesis of bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a crucial reference standard and building block for investigating new therapeutic agents, particularly in anti-inflammatory and anticancer studies.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Used as an authentic standard for the identification, quantification, and isolation of sesquiterpene lactones from plant extracts.
• Bioactive Compound Synthesis: Acts as a key chiral intermediate in the synthetic pathways for complex natural products and novel bioactive molecules.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Employed in universities and research institutes for pharmacological screening and mechanistic studies of terpenoid pathways.
• Cosmeceutical Development: Investigated for potential applications in advanced skincare formulations targeting specific biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Frullanolide
CAS No.	27579-97-1
Molecular Formula	C15H20O3
Molecular Weight	248.32 g/mol
Synonyms	(3aR,4S,5S,6S,6aR,9aS,9bS)-Decahydro-5-hydroxy-4,6,9a-trimethylnaphtho[2,1-b]furan-2(1H)-one; 4-Hydroxy-4,8-dimethyl-3-oxo-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydroazulene; Frullanolid; Frullanolide A; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Frullanolide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.