Description

Pahutoxin is a bioactive marine toxin, a natural product of significant interest in biochemical and pharmacological research. This compound matters for its role as a model ichthyotoxin, providing critical insights into chemical defense mechanisms and serving as a valuable tool for studying ion channel interactions and neurotoxic effects. It is primarily needed by research institutions, pharmaceutical development labs, and biotechnology companies engaged in neuroscience, toxicology, and marine natural product discovery.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and active agent in studies of ichthyotoxicity and non-protein neurotoxins.
• Pharmacological Studies: Serves as a tool compound for investigating the modulation of cellular ion channels and membrane permeability.
• Marine Toxinology: A key subject in the study of chemical ecology and defense mechanisms of marine organisms like the boxfish.
• Neuroscience Research: Employed in experimental models to understand neurotoxic pathways and potential therapeutic targets.
• Analytical Standard: Utilized as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for method development and quality control in analytical laboratories.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental for discovery programs in universities and companies focused on bioactive natural products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pahutoxin
CAS No.	27742-14-9
Molecular Formula	C23H45NO4
Molecular Weight	399.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Pahutoxin; Ostracitoxin; 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1-methyl-4-[(9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoyloxy]piperidin-1-ium; N-Methyldihydronicotinurate Ester; Boxfish Toxin; (9Z,12Z)-N-Methyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-9,12-octadecadienamide
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Quality Control

Our Pahutoxin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your regulatory and research documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
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.