Description

(-)-α-Conidendrin is a specific stereoisomer of a naturally occurring lignan compound. This high-purity chiral molecule is valued in research and development for its role as a biochemical reference standard and a potential synthetic intermediate. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical industries. Our product, (-)-α-Conidendrin CAS NO 518-55-8, is supplied with full analytical documentation to ensure traceability and reliability for critical applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a chiral building block or reference standard in the synthesis and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Studies: Used as a standard compound in analytical methods (e.g., HPLC, LC-MS) for the identification and quantification of lignans in complex biological matrices.
• Natural Product Isolation & Analysis: Acts as a key reference material for the isolation, characterization, and quality control of lignan extracts from plant sources.
• Nutraceutical Development: Employed in research focused on the bioactivity, metabolism, and standardization of lignan-based dietary supplements.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Provides a high-purity starting material for investigating structure-activity relationships (SAR) and metabolic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-α-Conidendrin
CAS No.	518-55-8
Molecular Formula	C20H20O6
Molecular Weight	356.37 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-α-Conidendrin; (-)-Conidendrin; (7R,8S,7'R,8'S)-4,4',9,9'-Tetrahydroxy-3,3'-dimethoxy-7,7'-epoxylignan; Lignan F; NSC 407324; α-Conidendrin; Conidendrin
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Quality Control

Our (-)-α-Conidendrin is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to confirm identity, chiral purity, and chemical purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (typically 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	≥ 99.0% ee
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.