Description

2-Hydroxybut-3-Enylglucosinolate is a specialized glucosinolate compound, a class of natural products known for their role as biochemical precursors. This compound matters for researchers and formulators seeking to study or utilize the unique bioactive properties and metabolic pathways associated with glucosinolates. It is primarily needed by the life science research, nutraceutical, and agricultural biotechnology sectors for applications in phytochemical analysis, metabolic studies, and the development of plant-based bioactive ingredients.

Application

• Phytochemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in laboratories for the identification and quantification of glucosinolates in plant extracts via HPLC or LC-MS.
• Biosynthesis & Metabolic Pathway Research: A key intermediate for studying the enzymatic breakdown and metabolic fate of glucosinolates in cruciferous plants and their interaction with myrosinase.
• Nutraceutical & Functional Food Research: Investigated for its potential as a precursor to bioactive hydrolysis products (e.g., isothiocyanates) in the development of health-promoting supplements.
• Plant Defense Mechanism Studies: Employed in agricultural research to understand the role of specific glucosinolates in plant-insect interactions and natural pest resistance.
• Biochemical Reagent: Serves as a substrate in enzymatic assays and for the production of downstream metabolites for biological activity screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxybut-3-Enylglucosinolate
CAS No.	31362-92-2
Molecular Formula	C12H21NO10S2- K+ (common salt form)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-3-butenylglucosinolate; Gluconapin (Note: Gluconapin typically refers to the 3-butenyl homologue; this is a hydroxylated derivative); (2R)-2-Hydroxy-3-butenylglucosinolate; Glucosinolate, 2-hydroxy-3-butenyl-; Potassium 2-hydroxybut-3-enylglucosinolate; 2-Hydroxybut-3-enyl glucosinolate; 3-Butenyl-2-hydroxyglucosinolate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxybut-3-Enylglucosinolate is produced under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic identification (NMR, MS). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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