Description

Fumarprotocetraric Acid is a specialized depsidone derivative, a class of secondary metabolites known for their biological activity. This compound is of significant interest in research and development for its unique chemical structure and potential bioactivity. It serves as a valuable reference standard and intermediate for researchers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and natural product chemistry sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in drug discovery programs targeting specific biological pathways.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Serves as a key analytical standard for the identification and quantification of depsidone compounds in complex botanical and lichen extracts.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in in vitro studies to investigate enzyme inhibition, receptor binding, and other cellular mechanisms.
• Academic Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for synthetic chemistry, structural analysis, and pharmacological profiling.
• Quality Control Laboratories: Acts as a high-purity calibrant for developing and validating analytical methods like HPLC and LC-MS in QC/QA settings.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Fumarprotocetraric Acid
CAS No.	489-50-9
Molecular Formula	C22H18O12
Molecular Weight	474.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Fumarprotocetraric acid; 4-[(2,4-Dihydroxy-6-propylbenzoyl)oxy]-2-hydroxy-3,6-dimethylbenzoic acid; Protocetraric acid derivative; Depsidone derivative; Lichen acid; 2-Hydroxy-4-(2-hydroxy-4-methoxy-6-propylbenzoyl)oxy-3,6-dimethylbenzoic acid (alternative representation); Cetraric acid related compound
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Quality Control

Our Fumarprotocetraric Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing 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 (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.