Description

Dehydroespeletone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of sesquiterpene lactones, identified by CAS NO 51995-99-4. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique chemical structure, which serves as a critical building block in advanced synthetic pathways. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in anti-inflammatory and anticancer research.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral starting material or intermediate for producing complex flavors, fragrances, and specialty chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: Essential compound for organic chemistry research, methodology development, and studying structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Biochemical Studies: Potential use as a probe or standard in biochemical assays and natural product derivative studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dehydroespeletone
CAS No.	51995-99-4
Molecular Formula	C15H18O3
Molecular Weight	246.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Dehydroespeletone; 2,3-Didehydroespeletone; (3aR,4S,9aR,9bS)-4-Hydroxy-3,6,9-trimethylidene-3a,4,5,8,9,9a-hexahydroazuleno[4,5-b]furan-2(3H)-one; 4-Hydroxy-3,6,9-trimethylidene-3a,4,5,8,9,9a-hexahydroazuleno[4,5-b]furan-2(3H)-one; Azuleno[4,5-b]furan-2(3H)-one derivative; Sesquiterpene lactone derivative.
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Quality Control

Our Dehydroespeletone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 compliant production for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. For long-term storage, consider inert gas purging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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