Description

Parthenin is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene lactone, a class of compounds known for their potent biological activities. This high-purity compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science sectors for its application in synthesizing novel bioactive molecules and studying natural product chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a critical intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in anti-inflammatory and anticancer research.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Used as a pure standard for isolation, identification, and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies of sesquiterpene lactones.
• Agrochemical Development: Investigated as a lead compound or biosynthetic precursor for developing new plant protection agents due to its inherent biological properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic studies and as a tool compound to investigate specific biological pathways and mechanisms of action.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for universities, contract research organizations (CROs), and corporate R&D labs focused on medicinal chemistry and natural product discovery.
• Reference Material: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Parthenin
CAS No.	508-59-8
Molecular Formula	C15H18O4
Molecular Weight	262.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Parthenin; (-)-Parthenin; NSC 267503; 4,5-Epoxy-6,7-dihydro-2H-1,11(13)-guaianadien-8,12-olide; 4,5α-Epoxy-6,7-dihydro-2H-1,11(13)-guaianadien-8,12-olide; 2,3,3a,4,5,6,7,7a-Octahydro-3a-hydroxy-3,6-dimethyl-4,7-epoxyazulen-1(3H)-one; Ambrosin (related compound, verify for specific isomer)
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Quality Control

Our Parthenin is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, and is supplied with a corresponding Certificate of Analysis (COA). We support compliance with relevant research and development standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

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)	≥ 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.