Description

Ochromycinone is a specialized quinone-based chemical compound with significant utility in advanced research and development. Its unique molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate and reference standard for synthesizing novel bioactive molecules. This product is essential for pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic institutions, and fine chemical manufacturers focused on antibiotic research and natural product chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis and study of novel antibiotic and antitumor agents.
• Reference Standard: Used for analytical method development, calibration, and quality control in laboratories studying quinone derivatives.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating enzyme inhibition, redox processes, and microbial metabolism.
• Academic & Discovery Chemistry: Serves as a starting material or model compound in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry projects.
• Natural Product Analysis: Used as a comparative standard in the isolation and characterization of related compounds from biological sources.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ochromycinone
CAS No.	28882-53-3
Molecular Formula	C15H10O6
Molecular Weight	286.24 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Hydroxy-3-methyl-1,8-dioxo-1,8-dihydro-2-naphthoic acid; 3-Methyl-7-hydroxy-1,8-naphthalenedicarboxylic acid 1,8-lactone; NSC 126771; Antibiotic U 29479; Ochromycinone
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Quality Control

Our Ochromycinone is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We support research and industrial applications requiring reliable and traceable fine chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.