Description

11-Acetoxy-Delta(8)-Tetrahydrocannabinol is a synthetically derived cannabinoid analog, specifically an acetoxy ester derivative of δ8-THC. This compound is of significant interest for research and development within the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors due to its modified pharmacokinetic profile compared to its parent cannabinoids. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers focused on cannabinoid chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis and study of novel cannabinoid-based therapeutics.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Used to investigate structure-activity relationships (SAR) and metabolic pathways of cannabinoid derivatives.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control testing of cannabinoid products using techniques like HPLC, GC-MS, or LC-MS.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in *in vitro* studies to probe the endocannabinoid system, receptor binding affinity (CB1/CB2), and downstream cellular signaling effects.
• Process Development: Acts as a critical intermediate for scaling up the synthesis of specialized cannabinoid compounds under GMP or non-GMP conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	11-Acetoxy-Delta(8)-Tetrahydrocannabinol
CAS No.	36871-18-8
Molecular Formula	C24H34O4
Molecular Weight	386.53 g/mol
Synonyms	11-Acetoxy-δ8-THC; 11-Acetoxy-δ8-tetrahydrocannabinol; 11-AcO-δ8-THC; 1-Acetoxy-δ8-tetrahydrocannabinol; (6aR,10aR)-9-(Acetyloxy)-6,6,9-trimethyl-3-pentyl-6a,7,8,10a-tetrahydro-6H-benzo[c]chromen-1-ol; δ8-THC-11-acetate; 11-O-Acetyl-δ8-tetrahydrocannabinol
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Quality Control

Our 11-Acetoxy-Delta(8)-Tetrahydrocannabinol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR) and purity assessment by chromatographic techniques (HPLC). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting batch-specific results for identity, assay, purity, and related substances to ensure compliance with your research specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider storing under inert atmosphere at lower temperatures (-20°C) to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow solid/resin
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤5.0%
Solvent Residues (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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