Description

3-Deoxy-3-Oxocephalotaxine is a key intermediate and reference standard in the synthesis and analysis of cephalotaxine alkaloids. This compound is of significant interest in pharmaceutical research and development due to its structural relevance to biologically active natural products. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel therapeutic agents and analytical method validation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthetic pathways for cephalotaxine-based compounds and related alkaloids.
• Reference Standard: Used for quality control, method development, and calibration in analytical laboratories (e.g., HPLC, LC-MS).
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or model compound in studies of alkaloid biosynthesis and structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for chemical synthesis projects and natural product chemistry studies.
• Process Development: Used in scaling up and optimizing synthetic routes for complex alkaloid targets in pilot plants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Deoxy-3-Oxocephalotaxine
CAS No.	38750-57-1
Molecular Formula	C18H21NO5
Molecular Weight	331.37 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Deoxy-3-oxocephalotaxine; 3-Oxo-3-deoxycephalotaxine; Cephalotaxinone; 3-Keto-3-deoxycephalotaxine; (1S,3aR,14bS)-1,2,3,3a,5,6,11,12,13,14b-Decahydro-1-hydroxy-6,11-dimethyl-3-oxo-4H,8H-[1,3]dioxolo[4,5-j]pyrrolo[2,1-b][3]benzazocin-8-one
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Quality Control

Our 3-Deoxy-3-Oxocephalotaxine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

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