Description

6β,20-Epoxy-11,12-Dihydroxyabieta-8,11,13-Triene-7,20-Dione is a specialized diterpenoid quinone derivative with a complex, functionalized abietane skeleton. This compound is valued for its unique structural framework, which serves as a critical intermediate or reference standard in advanced chemical synthesis and pharmacological research. It is primarily sought by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies working on novel bioactive compounds, natural product derivatives, and high-value fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic building block for developing novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting inflammation or microbial infections.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for the identification and quantification of related diterpenoid compounds.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Employed in academic and industrial research to study the structure-activity relationships (SAR) of modified abietane-type diterpenes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of more complex, functionally diverse molecules for material science and specialty chemical applications.
• Biochemical Probe: Utilized in mechanistic studies to investigate biological pathways and enzyme interactions due to its specific oxidized and hydroxylated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	6β,20-Epoxy-11,12-Dihydroxyabieta-8,11,13-Triene-7,20-Dione
CAS No.	52591-18-1
Molecular Formula	C20H24O5
Molecular Weight	344.40 g/mol
Synonyms	6β,20-Epoxy-11,12-dihydroxyabieta-8,11,13-trien-7,20-dione; 11,12-Dihydroxy-6β,20-epoxyabieta-8,11,13-trien-7,20-dione; Abieta-8,11,13-triene-7,20-dione, 6β,20-epoxy-11,12-dihydroxy-; (6β)-6,20-Epoxy-11,12-dihydroxyabieta-8,11,13-trien-7,20-dione; A diterpenoid quinone; Dehydroabietic acid derivative
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Quality Control

Our 6β,20-Epoxy-11,12-Dihydroxyabieta-8,11,13-Triene-7,20-Dione is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to light and propensity for oxidation, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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