Description

Hop-17(21)-Ene is a high-purity, naturally derived triterpene hydrocarbon, also known as 17(21)-Hopene. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and reference standard in advanced research and synthesis. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, biomarker research, and the synthesis of complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and as a reference standard in analytical method development.
• Biomarker Studies: Acts as a geochemical and biochemical marker (hopanoid) in petroleum exploration and environmental science research.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for the preparation of complex natural product analogs and specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in fundamental chemical research to study terpene chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and material properties.
• Reference Material: Supplied as a high-purity certified standard for quality control and calibration in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hop-17(21)-Ene
CAS No.	546-99-6
Molecular Formula	C30H50
Molecular Weight	410.72 g/mol
Synonyms	17(21)-Hopene; Hop-17(21)-ene; 17-Hopene; δ17(21)-Hopene; 1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7,8,9,10,10a,11,12,12a,12b,13,14,14a,14b-Eicosahydro-4,4,10,10,14b-pentamethyl-17-(1,5-dimethylhex-4-en-1-yl)picene; Neohop-13(18)-ene (related isomer); Diploptene (common name for hop-22(29)-ene, related compound).
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hop-17(21)-Ene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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