Description

Ailanthinone is a specialized quassinoid compound, a class of natural products known for their significant biological activity. This high-purity reference standard is critical for research and development in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, where precise chemical identity and consistency are paramount. It serves as an essential building block and analytical standard for scientists working in drug discovery, phytochemistry, and biochemical research, enabling the study of novel therapeutic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified standard for the quality control and identification of quassinoid-containing herbal extracts and finished pharmaceutical products.
• Drug Discovery & Medicinal Chemistry: Acts as a key intermediate or lead compound in the research and synthesis of new therapeutic agents, particularly for investigating anti-cancer and anti-parasitic properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to elucidate biological mechanisms, enzyme interactions, and cellular signaling pathways.
• Phytochemical & Natural Product Analysis: Serves as an analytical marker for the standardization and authentication of botanical raw materials, such as extracts from the Ailanthus altissima (Tree of Heaven) and related species.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Provides a pure compound for university and government laboratory studies focused on natural product chemistry and pharmacology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ailanthinone
CAS No.	53683-73-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₄O₇
Molecular Weight	376.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Ailanthone; 2,12-Dioxapentacyclo[9.7.0.0¹,¹⁰.0²,⁹.0⁸,¹⁷]octadeca-3,5,7,13,15,17-hexaene-6,16-dione, 7-(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)-4b,7a,8,9,10,11,12,12a-octahydro-4b,8,8,12a-tetramethyl-, (4bS,7R,7aS,8S,12aS)-; (4bS,7R,7aS,8S,12aS)-7-(2-Hydroxypropan-2-yl)-4b,7a,8,9,10,11,12,12a-octahydro-4b,8,8,12a-tetramethyl-2,12-dioxapentacyclo[9.7.0.0¹,¹⁰.0²,⁹.0⁸,¹⁷]octadeca-3,5,7,13,15,17-hexaene-6,16-dione
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Quality Control

Our Ailanthinone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability, purity, and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry, well-ventilated area. Keep the container sealed to protect this light-sensitive compound from degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH Q3C guidelines

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