Description

Burchellin is a naturally occurring neolignan compound, a member of the dibenzylbutyrolactone class, identified by CAS number 38276-59-4. This compound is valued for its unique chemical scaffold, which serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and pharmacological research. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel therapeutic agents and studying bioactive natural products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: As a key intermediate or building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates with potential anti-inflammatory, anticancer, or neuroprotective activities.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for the identification and quantification of burchellin in complex botanical extracts or synthetic mixtures.
• Natural Product Chemistry: A compound of interest for studying the biosynthesis, structure-activity relationships (SAR), and biological properties of neolignans.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a specialized starting material or chiral template in asymmetric synthesis and the production of complex organic molecules.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for chemical, biological, and pharmacological studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Burchellin
CAS No.	38276-59-4
Molecular Formula	C20H20O6
Molecular Weight	356.37 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-Burchellin; Burchelline; NSC 407303; 4-[(1R,2S,5R)-5-Ethenyl-2-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-3-methylcyclopentyl]-2-methoxyphenol; 2,3-Bis(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)butane-1,4-diol dilactone; A neolignan from Virola surinamensis
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Quality Control

Our Burchellin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting the specific results for that lot.

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 accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.