Description

Rubratoxin B Triacetate is a chemically modified derivative of the mycotoxin Rubratoxin B, characterized by the acetylation of its hydroxyl groups. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and toxicological research for studying the structure-activity relationships and metabolic pathways of rubratoxins. It serves as a critical analytical standard and research chemical for laboratories in the pharmaceutical, food safety, and agricultural sectors, enabling precise detection, quantification, and mechanistic studies.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a certified standard for the accurate quantification of rubratoxin derivatives in complex matrices via HPLC, LC-MS, or GC-MS.
• Toxicology Research: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to investigate the toxicological profile, cellular mechanisms, and potential synergistic effects of modified mycotoxins.
• Metabolic Pathway Studies: Used as a substrate or intermediate to study the biotransformation, detoxification, and metabolic fate of rubratoxins in biological systems.
• Food & Feed Safety Analysis: Critical for developing and validating analytical methods to monitor and control mycotoxin contamination in agricultural products and supply chains.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a biochemical tool for probing enzyme interactions and as a precursor in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies for drug discovery.
• Quality Control & Method Development: Essential for calibrating equipment and establishing standard operating procedures (SOPs) in regulatory and contract testing laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rubratoxin B Triacetate
CAS No.	27646-47-5
Molecular Formula	C32H34O13
Molecular Weight	626.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Rubratoxin B Triacetate; Rubratoxin B 3,4,5-Triacetate; 3,4,5-Tri-O-acetylrubratoxin B; (1R,2R,3S,4S,5R,6S,7R,8R,9S,10R,11S,12S,13S,14R,15S,16S,17R,18S)-4,5,6,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18-Tetradecahydro-4,5,6,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18-tetradecahydroxy-3,7-dimethyl-1,2-bis(1-oxopropoxy)-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-1-yl 2-methylbutanoate triacetate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Rubratoxin B Triacetate is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and spectroscopic identification, to ensure compliance with research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.