Description

Avarol is a bioactive marine sesquiterpenoid quinone compound, identified by CAS No. 55303-98-5. This compound is valued for its significant biological activity, particularly as a potent inhibitor of reverse transcriptase, making it a molecule of high interest in biochemical research and development. It is primarily sought by researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences sectors for its potential in antiviral and anticancer applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and active compound in studies investigating enzyme inhibition, particularly against HIV-1 reverse transcriptase.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Serves as a key intermediate or lead compound in the development of novel antiviral and chemotherapeutic agents.
• Cell Biology Studies: Employed to study its effects on cell proliferation and apoptosis in various cancer cell lines.
• Marine Natural Product Chemistry: Acts as a representative compound for the study of bioactive metabolites derived from marine sponges (e.g., *Dysidea avara*).
• Mechanistic Studies: Utilized to explore structure-activity relationships (SAR) of sesquiterpenoid quinones and their interaction with biological targets.

Basic Information

Product Name	Avarol
CAS No.	55303-98-5
Molecular Formula	C22H30O3
Molecular Weight	342.47 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,4aR,8aR)-5,5,8a-Trimethyl-2-methylenedecahydronaphthalen-1-yl 2,5-dihydroxy-3-methylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione; Avarol; 4-[(1R,4aR,8aR)-5,5,8a-Trimethyl-2-methylenedecahydronaphthalen-1-yl]benzene-1,2,5-triol; NSC 350012
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Quality Control

Our Avarol is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 oxidation, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %

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