Description

Geodin CAS NO 427-63-4 is a secondary fungal metabolite belonging to the class of epipolythiodioxopiperazines. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research due to its unique structural features and biological activity profile. It serves as a valuable reference standard and intermediate for researchers in the fields of natural product chemistry, mycology, and drug discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard and biochemical tool in the study of fungal metabolites and their mechanisms of action.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Serves as a key intermediate or analytical standard for the isolation, identification, and synthesis of complex epipolythiodioxopiperazine alkaloids.
• Mycotoxin & Fungal Metabolism Studies: Employed in research to understand fungal biosynthesis pathways and the ecological role of secondary metabolites.
• Bioactivity Screening: Utilized in preliminary assays to investigate potential antimicrobial, cytotoxic, or other pharmacological properties.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Provides a high-purity compound for university and institutional laboratories focused on chemical biology and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Geodin
CAS No.	427-63-4
Molecular Formula	C17H12Cl2O7
Molecular Weight	399.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Geodin; NSC 169467; 3,6a,11,14-Tetrahydroxy-3-methyl-3,4,6a,11,12,14-hexahydro-1H,8H-2,10:13,15-dimethenodibenzo[ei,kl][1,4,7,10,13]trioxadiazacyclooctadecine-1,8,9(2H)-trione, 4,12-dichloro-; (-)-Geodin; Aspergillic acid derivative
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Quality Control

Our Geodin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment.

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). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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