Description

Austocystin A From Aspergillus Ustus CAS NO 55256-58-1 is a specialized secondary metabolite isolated from the fungus *Aspergillus ustus*. This compound is of significant interest in research and development due to its unique chemical structure and potential biological activities. It is primarily sought after by researchers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for use as a reference standard, a biochemical tool, and in the investigation of novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a critical reference standard and biochemical tool in drug discovery programs targeting specific biological pathways.
• Bioactivity Screening: Used in assays to evaluate antimicrobial, antifungal, or cytotoxic properties for potential therapeutic applications.
• Metabolite Studies: Employed in the study of fungal metabolism and the biosynthesis of complex natural products.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a high-purity calibrant and standard in chromatographic (HPLC, LC-MS) and spectroscopic analyses.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for chemical ecology, mycology, and natural product chemistry research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Austocystin A From Aspergillus Ustus
CAS No.	55256-58-1
Molecular Formula	C22H20O8
Molecular Weight	412.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Austocystin A; Austocystin; Austocystin A (from Aspergillus ustus); 55256-58-1; 3,6a,12,14a-Tetrahydroxy-5a,10a-dimethyl-1,11-dioxo-1H,5aH,6H,10aH,11H-bis[1]benzoxepino[4,5-b:5',4'-e]pyran-7-yl acetate
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Quality Control

Our Austocystin A is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity confirmation and spectroscopic methods for structural verification. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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