Description

Botrydial is a secondary metabolite and a phytotoxic compound originally isolated from the plant pathogen *Botrytis cinerea*. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and agricultural research due to its specific mode of action. It serves as a valuable reference standard and research tool for scientists studying plant-pathogen interactions, mycotoxin biosynthesis, and the development of novel bioactive agents. Key industries and applications include agricultural research, phytopathology, and natural product chemistry.

Application

• Phytotoxicity Research: Used as a reference toxin to study plant cell death, necrosis, and defense mechanisms against fungal pathogens.
• Plant Pathology Studies: Essential for investigating the virulence factors and infection strategies of *Botrytis cinerea* and related fungi.
• Biochemical Pathway Analysis: Employed in research to elucidate biosynthetic pathways of sesquiterpene metabolites in fungi.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Serves as a standard for the isolation, identification, and characterization of similar fungal metabolites.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a lead compound or model for the discovery and synthesis of new bioactive molecules with potential herbicidal or fungicidal activity.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and government laboratories for fundamental studies in mycology and plant science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Botrydial
CAS No.	54986-75-3
Molecular Formula	C19H28O5
Molecular Weight	336.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Botrydial; (1R,2R,4aS,8aS)-1,2,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-Octahydro-1,2-dihydroxy-8a-methyl-5-oxonaphthalene-1-carboxaldehyde; (-)-Botrydial; Botrydial (phytotoxin); Botryane sesquiterpene
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Quality Control

Our Botrydial is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for critical research applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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