Description

Podocarpane is a tricyclic diterpene hydrocarbon, a fundamental structural unit for a range of bioactive natural products. This compound serves as a crucial chemical intermediate and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, flavor & fragrance chemists, and academic institutions studying terpenoid biosynthesis and structure-activity relationships.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the semi-synthesis of complex diterpenoids with potential biological activity.
• Reference Standard: Used in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control of natural product extracts.
• Flavor & Fragrance Research: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of novel aroma compounds and fixatives.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental material for studying terpene chemistry, catalysis, and reaction mechanisms.
• Biochemical Studies: Used in research related to plant metabolism and enzymatic transformations of diterpenes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Podocarpane
CAS No.	471-78-3
Molecular Formula	C20H34
Molecular Weight	274.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Podocarpane; 13β-Methyl-13-vinylpodocarpan; 13β-Methyl-13-vinylpodocarpan; 13β-Methyl-13-vinylpodocarpan; 13β-Methyl-13-vinylpodocarpan; 13β-Methyl-13-vinylpodocarpan; 13β-Methyl-13-vinylpodocarpan; 13β-Methyl-13-vinylpodocarpan
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Podocarpane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC purity analysis and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and specification compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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