Description

Helminthosporin CAS NO 518-80-9 is a specialized fungal metabolite belonging to the class of naphthoquinone pigments. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research due to its unique structural properties and biological activity. It serves as a critical reference standard and intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector, particularly for studying fungal pathogenesis and developing novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and biochemical tool for investigating fungal metabolites and their mechanisms of action.
• Mycotoxin Studies: Acts as a model compound in the analysis and toxicological profiling of mycotoxins produced by Helminthosporium and related fungal species.
• Antimicrobial Agent Research: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis and screening of new antimicrobial and antifungal agents.
• Plant Pathology Research: Employed in studies of plant-fungal interactions and the development of strategies to combat crop diseases.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a high-purity calibration standard in chromatographic (HPLC, LC-MS) and spectroscopic analyses for quality control and method validation.
• Academic & Institutional Laboratories: Essential for educational and fundamental research in organic chemistry, mycology, and natural product chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Helminthosporin
CAS No.	518-80-9
Molecular Formula	C15H10O5
Molecular Weight	270.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Helminthosporin; 1,8-Dihydroxy-3-methylanthraquinone; 1,8-Dihydroxy-3-methyl-9,10-anthracenedione; 3-Methyl-1,8-dihydroxyanthraquinone; NSC 407259; CI 75480; Natural Red 18
EINECS	208-267-5

Quality Control

Every batch of Helminthosporin is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure product integrity and traceability for research and development purposes. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformity to the agreed specifications.

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 the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	208°C - 212°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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