Description

(+)-Medicarpin CAS NO 33983-39-0 is a high-purity, optically active pterocarpan phytoalexin, a key bioactive compound found in legumes. It serves as a critical reference standard and active ingredient for research and development in life sciences. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and agricultural biotechnology sectors, where its biological activities are of significant interest.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development, validation, and quality control in drug discovery and natural product analysis.
• Biomedical Research: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to investigate its reported biological properties, including anti-osteoporotic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities.
• Nutraceutical Development: Serves as a marker compound or active ingredient in the formulation of standardized botanical extracts and dietary supplements targeting bone health and metabolic wellness.
• Plant Science & Agrochemicals: Studied for its role as a natural phytoalexin in plant defense mechanisms, providing insights for developing novel plant protection strategies or elicitors.
• Cosmeceutical Research: Investigated for potential applications in skincare formulations due to its antioxidant properties and potential effects on skin cell metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+)-Medicarpin
CAS No.	33983-39-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄O₄
Molecular Weight	270.28 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-Medicarpin; Medicarpin; 3-Hydroxy-9-methoxypterocarpan; (-)-Medicarpin (enantiomer); 9-O-Methylcoumestrol; NSC 35473; (6aR,11aR)-3-Hydroxy-9-methoxypterocarpan; Legume phytoalexin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (+)-Medicarpin is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis to confirm optical activity, ensuring it meets the stringent requirements for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and other critical specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤10 ppm

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