Description

Picrasin B Acetate is a bioactive quassinoid derivative, a class of compounds known for their significant biological and pharmacological properties. This high-purity compound is critical for research and development in the life sciences, offering a reliable reference standard and a key intermediate for advanced studies. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers, academic institutions, and biotechnology companies focused on drug discovery and phytochemical analysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key reference standard and intermediate in the synthesis and study of novel therapeutic agents.
• Bioactivity Screening: Used in assays to evaluate potential anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, or anti-parasitic properties.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Acts as a purified marker compound for the quality control and standardization of plant extracts, particularly from the Simaroubaceae family.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for structural-activity relationship (SAR) studies and mechanistic investigations.
• Biochemical Pathway Analysis: Utilized as a tool compound to probe specific biological pathways and enzyme interactions.
• Analytical Method Development: Provides a high-purity standard for calibrating and validating analytical methods such as HPLC and LC-MS.

Basic Information

Product Name	Picrasin B Acetate
CAS No.	30315-04-9
Molecular Formula	C24H30O9
Molecular Weight	462.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Picrasin B monoacetate; 13α,20-Epoxy-2,12,16-trihydroxy-1,11-dioxopicrasa-3,14-dien-15-yl acetate; Quassin acetate derivative; Nigakilactone F acetate; (13α,15β)-13,20-Epoxy-2,12,16-trihydroxy-1,11-dioxopicrasa-3,14-dien-15-yl acetate
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Quality Control

Our Picrasin B Acetate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting the specific results for your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.