Description

Undecylprodigiosin is a bioactive secondary metabolite belonging to the prodigiosin family of natural red pigments. This compound is of significant commercial interest due to its potent biological activities, including antimicrobial, anticancer, and immunosuppressive properties. It serves as a critical research chemical and a promising lead compound for pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and biotechnology industries seeking novel bioactive agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Investigated as a lead compound for anticancer therapies due to its pro-apoptotic activity and for its immunosuppressive potential.
• Antimicrobial Agent Development: Serves as a model compound for developing new antibiotics and antifungals against drug-resistant pathogens.
• Biotechnological Studies: Used in research to understand bacterial signaling, pigment production, and secondary metabolism in microorganisms like Serratia and Streptomyces.
• Agrochemical Research: Explored for its potential as a natural, bioactive ingredient in crop protection products.
• Cell Biology & Biochemistry: A valuable tool for studying mechanisms of apoptosis, ion transport across cell membranes, and immune cell regulation.
• Dye & Pigment Research: Studied for its stable, intense red color and potential applications in specialized dyes where bio-based origins are advantageous.

Basic Information

Product Name	Undecylprodigiosin
CAS No.	52340-48-4
Molecular Formula	C30H41N3O
Molecular Weight	459.67 g/mol
Synonyms	Undecylprodiginine; 4-Methoxy-5-[(5Z,8Z)-1-(2-methylpentyl)-5,8-undecadien-1-yl]-2,2'-bi-1H-pyrrole; Prodigiosin 25-C; Prodigiosin analogue; Antibiotic C 5837; NSC 47147; 2,2'-Bipyrrole, 4-methoxy-5-[(5Z,8Z)-1-(2-methylpentyl)-5,8-undecadienyl]-
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Quality Control

Our Undecylprodigiosin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development purposes. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant research and development standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to purple crystalline powder or solid
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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