Description

[13S,(-)]-2,16-Dihydroxypimara-1,7-Diene-3,15-Dione is a specialized diterpenoid compound with a unique pimarane skeleton, offering a valuable chiral scaffold for advanced chemical synthesis. This high-purity intermediate is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise stereochemistry and functional group reactivity. It serves as a key building block in the development of novel pharmaceutical actives, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals for the life sciences and specialty materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a chiral precursor for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial research.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new plant growth regulators or bioactive agents with specific stereochemical requirements.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for creating complex natural product analogs and specialty organic compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating diterpenoid biosynthesis pathways and enzyme interactions.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier for creating polymers with specific optical or chemical properties derived from its rigid structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	[13S,(-)]-2,16-Dihydroxypimara-1,7-Diene-3,15-Dione
CAS No.	4752-57-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₈O₄
Molecular Weight	332.43 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-2,16-Dihydroxypimara-1,7-diene-3,15-dione; (13S)-2,16-Dihydroxypimara-1,7-diene-3,15-dione; 13S-(-)-Pimaradienedione derivative; NSC 163049; Pimarane-2,16-diol-3,15-dione; 1,7-Pimaradiene-2,16-dihydroxy-3,15-dione
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Quality Control

Our [13S,(-)]-2,16-Dihydroxypimara-1,7-Diene-3,15-Dione is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR to confirm identity, chiral purity, and impurity profile. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided. Keep container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee ([13S]-isomer)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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