Description

Dehydroleucodine is a bioactive sesquiterpene lactone compound of significant interest in pharmaceutical and biochemical research. Its unique molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate and reference standard for the development of novel therapeutic agents. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic sectors who require reliable, well-characterized materials for drug discovery and biological studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and probe in studies investigating biological pathways, enzyme interactions, and cellular mechanisms.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Acts as a pure analytical standard for the identification and quantification of sesquiterpene lactones in plant extracts and natural products.
• Drug Discovery & Development: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) and in vitro assays to evaluate biological activity and therapeutic potential.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Provides a critical reagent for universities and research institutes conducting studies in medicinal chemistry and pharmacology.
• Quality Control & Analytical Testing: Utilized as a certified reference material (CRM) to validate analytical methods like HPLC and LC-MS in quality assurance laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dehydroleucodine
CAS No.	36150-07-9
Molecular Formula	C15H16O3
Molecular Weight	244.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Dehydroleucodin; 11,13-Dehydroleucodin; 3-Desoxyelephantopin; (3aS,4S,9aR,9bS)-4-Hydroxy-6,9-dimethyl-3-methylidene-3a,4,5,9a,9b-hexahydroazuleno[4,5-b]furan-2,7-dione; 4-Hydroxy-6,9-dimethyl-3-methylidene-3a,4,5,9a,9b-hexahydroazuleno[4,5-b]furan-2,7-dione; Elephantopin derivative
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Quality Control

Our Dehydroleucodine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and related substances, to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and compliance with agreed 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). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
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.