Description

(-)-Mitorubrin is a specialized, optically active secondary metabolite belonging to the azaphilone class of natural products. This compound is of significant interest in advanced research and development due to its unique chiral structure and biological activity profile. It serves as a critical reference standard and building block for researchers in pharmaceutical discovery, agrochemical development, and synthetic chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard and a chiral scaffold in the discovery and development of novel bioactive compounds.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed as a tool compound to investigate specific biological pathways and enzyme interactions.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a key chiral intermediate or starting material for the synthesis of complex natural product analogs and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Development: Investigated for potential applications in the development of new, targeted crop protection agents.
• Academic Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for studies in medicinal chemistry, natural product chemistry, and stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Mitorubrin
CAS No.	3403-71-2
Molecular Formula	C15H12O6
Molecular Weight	288.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Mitorubrin; Mitorubrin; (3S,4aR,5S,7aS)-5,7a-Dihydro-3,5,8-trihydroxy-6-methoxy-3-methyl-1H-2-benzopyran-4,7-dione; Azaphilone derivative; Monascorubrin related compound; Penicillium metabolite
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (-)-Mitorubrin is produced 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 HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral purity is provided with every shipment to support your critical research and development work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider storing under inert atmosphere at -20°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to reddish-brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.