Description

Phoratoxin is a potent, naturally occurring phytotoxin derived from certain plant species. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and plant pathology studies due to its specific biological activity. It serves as a critical reference standard and active agent for researchers and developers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors, particularly for investigating plant defense mechanisms and developing novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a high-purity reference standard in studies of plant-derived toxins and their mechanisms of action.
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a key model compound for researching natural plant defense systems and developing new biopesticides or plant growth regulators.
• Phytopathology Studies: Employed to study plant-pathogen interactions and the role of phytotoxins in disease development.
• Pharmacological Research: Investigated for its potential biological activities in cell-based assays and target identification studies.
• Analytical Standard: Essential for the calibration of analytical equipment (HPLC, LC-MS) and method development in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Phoratoxin
CAS No.	37339-68-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Phoratoxine; Toxin, Phora; (2S,3S,4S,5R,6R)-6-[(1S,2R,3S,4S,6R)-4,6-Dihydroxy-3-[(2R,3R,4R,5R,6S)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-methyloxan-2-yl]oxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxy-3,4,5-trihydroxyoxane-2-carboxylic acid (IUPAC); Plant toxin Phoratoxin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phoratoxin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles, typically determined by advanced chromatographic methods. We support research and development with reliable, well-characterized materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to maintain stability. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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