Description

Acetyl Podocarpic Acid Anhydride is a specialized chemical intermediate derived from podocarpic acid, a diterpenoid carboxylic acid. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing the podocarpane skeleton. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules, including potential drug candidates and plant protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of diterpenoid-based drug candidates and analogs for biological screening.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing novel pesticides and herbicides with natural product-inspired structures.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial research settings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of high-value specialty chemicals requiring the podocarpane framework.
• Biochemical Tool: Potential use in probing biological pathways and enzyme interactions related to diterpenoid metabolism.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Acetyl Podocarpic Acid Anhydride
CAS No.	344327-48-6
Molecular Formula	C22H28O4
Molecular Weight	356.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Podocarpic Acid Acetic Anhydride; 13β-Acetoxy-8,11,13-podocarpatrien-16-oic Anhydride; 13-Acetylpodocarpic Anhydride; 13-Acetoxypodocarpa-8,11,13-trien-16-oic Anhydride; Acetylpodocarpic Anhydride; Podocarpic Acid Acetyl Anhydride; (4bS,8aS)-13-Acetyl-8,11,13-podocarpatrien-16-oic Anhydride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Acetyl Podocarpic Acid Anhydride is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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