Description

Periplogenin is a cardenolide aglycone, a key intermediate and reference standard derived from natural sources. This compound is valued for its role in pharmaceutical research and development, particularly in the study of cardiac glycosides and their mechanisms of action. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical synthesis sectors who require high-purity biochemicals for analytical and process development work.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in drug development.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical intermediate and tool compound in pharmacological studies, especially for investigating cardiac activity and sodium-potassium ATPase inhibition.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key starting material or intermediate for the semi-synthesis of novel cardenolide derivatives and related bioactive molecules.
• Natural Product Isolation & Analysis: Employed as a marker compound in the isolation, identification, and quantification of cardenolides from plant extracts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Periplogenin
CAS No.	514-39-6
Molecular Formula	C23H34O5
Molecular Weight	390.51 g/mol
Synonyms	3β,14-Dihydroxy-5β-card-20(22)-enolide; 3β,14-Dihydroxycard-20(22)-enolide; NSC 146064; Periplogenine; (3β,5β)-3,14-Dihydroxycard-20(22)-enolide; Strophanthidin 3-β-ol
EINECS	208-185-8

Quality Control

Our Periplogenin is produced and tested 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 and development. 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 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 crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.