Description

Sclerotiorin is a natural fungal metabolite belonging to the azaphilone class of polyketides, identified by CAS number 549-23-5. This compound is of significant interest in research and development due to its distinct biological activities, including antimicrobial and enzyme-inhibitory properties. It serves as a valuable biochemical tool and reference standard for researchers in pharmaceutical discovery, agricultural chemistry, and life sciences.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard and lead compound in drug discovery programs targeting novel antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed as a specific inhibitor in enzymatic and cellular pathway research to study protein function and signal transduction.
• Agricultural Chemistry: Investigated for its potential as a natural fungicide or as a template for developing new crop protection agents.
• Academic Research: Serves as a critical reagent in microbiology and natural product chemistry for studying fungal metabolism and secondary metabolite biosynthesis.
• Quality Control: Utilized as an analytical standard in HPLC and LC-MS methods for the identification and quantification of sclerotiorin in complex matrices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sclerotiorin
CAS No.	549-23-5
Molecular Formula	C21H22O6
Molecular Weight	370.40 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Sclerotiorin; NSC 169015; 6a,11b-Dihydro-6a,10b-epoxy-3,5,7,9-tetrahydroxy-8a-methyl-6H-naphtho[2,3-c]chromene-1,11(4H,8aH)-dione; Azaphilone Sclerotiorin; Antibiotic from Penicillium sclerotiorum
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Quality Control

Our Sclerotiorin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to support your research and regulatory requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.