Description

Germine CAS NO 508-65-6 is a steroidal alkaloid of significant interest in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard for the synthesis and analysis of complex bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in steroid chemistry and drug discovery programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel steroid-based therapeutics and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Reference Standard: Used in analytical laboratories for method development, validation, and quality control testing via HPLC, LC-MS, or GC-MS.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating steroid biosynthesis, metabolism, and receptor interactions.
• Natural Product Isolation & Synthesis: Serves as a model compound or precursor in the total synthesis of complex natural products.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for chemical education and exploratory research in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Germine
CAS No.	508-65-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₃NO₈
Molecular Weight	509.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Germine; Germine (alkaloid); Germitrine aglycone; 3β,4β,7α,14α,15α,16β-Hexahydroxy-4,9-epoxycevan-20,22-dione; Veratrum alkaloid; (3β,4β,7α,14α,15α,16β)-4,9-Epoxycevane-3,4,7,14,15,16-hexol-20,22-dione
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Quality Control

Our Germine is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with cGMP standards where required for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.