Description

Cryptotanshinone is a key bioactive diterpenoid quinone compound, recognized for its significant pharmacological potential. This high-purity compound is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors, where precise chemical identity and consistent quality are paramount. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced materials industries for its role in developing novel therapeutic agents and functional ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: A critical reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate for investigating new drugs targeting cardiovascular, inflammatory, and oncological pathways.
• Natural Product & Herbal Extract Standardization: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the quality control and standardization of Salvia miltiorrhiza (Danshen) extracts and related herbal products.
• Biochemical & Cell Biology Studies: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to explore its mechanisms of action, including effects on cell signaling, apoptosis, and metabolic processes.
• Cosmeceutical Formulations: Incorporated into advanced skincare products for its researched antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Serves as a pure compound for university and government laboratory studies in chemistry, pharmacology, and bioscience.
• Dietary Supplement Development: Used in the formulation of high-end nutraceuticals where evidence-based bioactive compounds are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cryptotanshinone
CAS No.	4733-35-1
Molecular Formula	C19H20O3
Molecular Weight	296.36 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1,2,6,7,8,9-Hexahydro-1,6,6-trimethyl-furo[3,2-c]naphtho[2,1-e]pyran-10,12-dione; 15,16-Dihydrotanshinone I; Cryptotanshinon; Danshen ketone; Tanshinone C; (+)-Cryptotanshinone; NSC 169755
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Quality Control

Our Cryptotanshinone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and related substance analysis, to meet stringent specifications for research and development use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurities 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). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%

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