Description

(4Bβ)-2β,3β-Epoxy-1α,4Aα-(Carbonyloxy)-1β-Methyl-8-Methylenegibbane-10β-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a complex gibberellin-related diterpenoid derivative, valued for its unique structural framework and potential as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role in the research and development of novel plant growth regulators and specialized fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and plant biotechnology sectors seeking to explore new bioactive molecules.

Application

• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel gibberellin analogs for evaluating plant growth modulation and stress response.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the development of complex natural product derivatives for biological activity screening in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Plant Physiology Studies: Employed as a reference standard or probe compound to investigate gibberellin biosynthesis pathways and receptor interactions.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a sophisticated building block for constructing complex diterpenoid structures in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Process Chemistry Development: Utilized for scaling up and optimizing synthetic routes to complex natural product derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4Bβ)-2β,3β-Epoxy-1α,4Aα-(Carbonyloxy)-1β-Methyl-8-Methylenegibbane-10β-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	55093-68-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₂H₂₈O₆
Molecular Weight	388.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (1S,2S,4aS,4bR,7S,9aS,10S,10aR)-7-(hydroxymethyl)-1,4a,7-trimethyl-3-oxo-1,2,4b,5,6,7,8,9,10,10a-decahydro-2,10a-epoxyphenanthrene-1-carboxylate; Gibberellin A4 Methyl Ester; GA4 Methyl Ester; Methyl Gibberellate A4; 2β,3β-Epoxy-1α,4aα-(carbonyloxy)-1β-methyl-8-methylenegibb-9(11)-ene-10β-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 7-Hydroxy GA4 Methyl Ester (related derivative).
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request for every batch, supporting research and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain stability.

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)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.