Description

Umbilicaric Acid CAS NO 30666-92-3 is a specialized lichen-derived depsidone compound with significant biological and chemical research interest. This high-purity material serves as a critical reference standard and building block for advanced studies in natural product chemistry and pharmacology. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical development labs, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in bioactivity screening and novel compound synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: As a key reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate for investigating novel therapeutic pathways.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Serves as a purified benchmark compound for the isolation, identification, and structural analysis of lichen metabolites.
• Bioactivity Screening: Used in in vitro and in vivo assays to evaluate potential antimicrobial, antioxidant, or cytotoxic properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A fundamental material for synthetic chemistry, biosynthesis studies, and the development of new analytical methods.
• Cosmeceutical Ingredient Development: Investigated for potential application in skincare formulations due to its natural origin and bioactive profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	Umbilicaric Acid
CAS No.	30666-92-3
Molecular Formula	C25H20O10
Molecular Weight	480.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Umbilicaric Acid; 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-5-methoxy-3-methylbenzoic acid 6-carboxy-4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl ester; Depsidone U-1; NSC 221755; Usnarin; (+)-Umbilicaric Acid
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Quality Control

Our Umbilicaric Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting compliance with our stringent internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.2%

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