Description

2,3-Dihydrowithaferina is a specialized steroidal lactone compound derived from the Withania somnifera plant, offering significant research potential. This high-purity phytochemical is valued for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced scientific studies. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and academic research sectors for applications in drug discovery, analytical method development, and the study of bioactive natural products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a critical intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis and study of novel therapeutic agents.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical method calibration and validation.
• Natural Product Chemistry: A vital compound for research into the biosynthesis, metabolism, and structure-activity relationships of withanolides.
• Nutraceutical Standardization: Employed as a marker compound for the quality control and standardization of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) extracts.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Used in biochemical and pharmacological studies to investigate mechanisms of action and biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dihydrowithaferina
CAS No.	5589-41-3
Molecular Formula	C28H38O6
Molecular Weight	470.60 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dihydro-27-deoxywithaferin A; 2,3-Dihydro-27-deoxywithaferin A; Withaferin A, 2,3-dihydro-27-deoxy-; 2,3-Dihydro-27-deoxy-withaferin A; (22R)-5,6:22,26-Diepoxy-4,27-dihydroxy-1-oxoergosta-2,24-dien-26-oic acid γ-lactone; 2,3-Dihydro-withaferin A (27-deoxy)
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dihydrowithaferina is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, typically determined by advanced chromatographic methods like HPLC and LC-MS. We support research and development with materials suitable for use as analytical reference standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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