Description

6,11-Diacetoxygedunin is a chemically modified derivative of the natural limonoid gedunin, characterized by the acetylation of two hydroxyl groups. This modification enhances its stability and can alter its biological activity profile, making it a compound of significant interest for research and development. It is primarily utilized by researchers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science sectors investigating novel bioactive compounds, particularly for applications in oncology, parasitology, and plant protection.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key intermediate or reference standard in the discovery of new therapeutic agents, especially for anti-cancer and anti-parasitic drug candidates.
• Life Science Research: Used as a biochemical tool to study cellular pathways, apoptosis, and heat shock protein (HSP) inhibition in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Agrochemical Research: Investigated for its potential insecticidal, antifungal, or plant growth regulation properties derived from its limonoid backbone.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, LC-MS).
• Natural Product Chemistry: Acts as a derivative for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to understand the pharmacophore of gedunin-based compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,11-Diacetoxygedunin
CAS No.	5713-22-4
Molecular Formula	C30H36O9
Molecular Weight	540.60 g/mol
Synonyms	6α,11β-Diacetoxygedunin; Gedunin 6,11-diacetate; 6,11-Di-O-acetylgedunin; NSC 643924; (1aS,2S,4aS,4bR,7S,7aS,8R,10aS,10bS)-7-(Acetyloxy)-2,4a,7a,10b-tetramethyl-1a,2,3,4,4a,4b,5,6,7,7a,8,10,10a,10b-tetradecahydro-1H-naphtho[2',1':4,5]indeno[1,2-d][1,3]dioxin-8-yl acetate
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Quality Control

Our 6,11-Diacetoxygedunin is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with research-grade specifications. Custom synthesis and purification to meet specific project requirements are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider storing under inert atmosphere at -20°C to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.