Description

Cercosporin CAS NO 35082-49-6 is a naturally occurring perylenequinone photosensitizer produced by certain phytopathogenic fungi. This compound is of significant interest due to its potent light-activated generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), which is central to its biological activity. It serves as a critical tool for researchers in plant pathology, photodynamic therapy, and photochemistry, enabling studies into fungal pathogenesis, oxidative stress mechanisms, and novel light-based applications.

Application

• Plant Pathology Research: A key model compound for studying the virulence mechanisms of Cercospora species and other fungal pathogens, particularly their role in inducing photodynamic damage to host plants.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Studies: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer in biomedical research for its ability to generate singlet oxygen and other ROS upon light activation, targeting cancer cells or microorganisms.
• Photochemical & Photobiological Research: Used as a standard or probe in studies of electron transfer, energy conversion, and the mechanisms of photo-induced oxidative stress in biological systems.
• Antimicrobial Agent Development: Explored for its light-dependent antifungal and antibacterial properties in the development of novel, environmentally responsive biocontrol agents.
• Biochemical Reagent: Employed in laboratory settings to induce controlled oxidative stress in cellular and molecular biology experiments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cercosporin
CAS No.	35082-49-6
Molecular Formula	C29H26O10
Molecular Weight	534.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Cercosporin; Cercospora toxin; 1,12-Bis(2-hydroxypropyl)-6,11-dihydroxy-4,9-dimethyl-3,10-perylenedione; 3,10-Perylenedione, 1,12-bis(1-hydroxyethyl)-6,11-dihydroxy-4,9-dimethyl-; Perylenequinone photosensitizer
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Quality Control

Our Cercosporin is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by HPLC. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key specifications to support your experimental integrity.

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). This product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate lighting conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to dark red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %

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